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Welcome to Life in Higher Ed. We are senior higher education administrators and combined we have over 50 years of experience. We are here to talk about what goes on behind the scenes on college and university campuses. We surface the interesting, the confounding, and the seemingly absurd, and we do so with honesty and a sprinkling of humor. We want to help you not only survive but thrive and to know that you are not alone in your journey. If you are an administrator in higher ed or consideri ...
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A podcast focused on highlighting nonprofit organizations & nonprofit professionals including executive directors, CEOs, board members, philanthropists, philanthropy professionals, community leaders, public policy analysts, Political Scientists, and other thought leaders.
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Navigating Higher Ed: persistence, perseverance, and promise - Nadege Dady
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dr. Nadege Dady, dean of Student Affairs and assistant professor for the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Harlem, NYC campus, talks about remaining flexible in moments of transition and positively engaged and "always work from a place of integrity." Nadege Dady, EdD Dr. Nadege Dady is Dean of Students …
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Justice education: learning across differences - Dr. Kimberly Drake and Bernie Hernandez
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Professor Kim Drake and Bernie Hernandez discuss the Inside-Out Justice Initiative and the transformative impact of educational exchange programs. As a faculty member involved in the program, Professor Drake highlights the collaborative nature of the initiative, emphasizing, "It is about collaboration; a kin…
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Student success; everyone's responsibility - Bernie Savarese
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dr. Bernie Savarese, vice president for Academic Affairs, Research, and Student Success at the University of Tennessee System, talks about the shared responsibility of student engagement for positive outcomes. "Student success it is about more than just metrics, it is about life, families, dreams and communi…
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The college presidency: educational access and workforce development - President Aisha Francis
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Send us a Text Message. In the episode, Dr. Aisha Francis, President and CEO of the Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology, talks about access to education and workforce development, "one of the challenges we have is to push the limits of what it means to deliver access for all." Aisha Franklin, PhD In 2021, Aisha Francis, PhD, became t…
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From faculty to administration: making the shift - Gretchen Edwalds-Gilbert
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Send us a Text Message. In the episode, Gretchen Edwalds-Gilbert, provost at the University of the Pacific, talks about making the transition from faculty member to chief academic officer, " People are coachable and can develop their skills if they are interested in doing it." Gretchen Edwalds-Gilbert, Ph.D, B.A. Gretchen Edwalds-Gilbert serves as …
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Navigating leadership transitions - Brian Steeves
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Brian Steeves, executive director of the board of regents and corporate secretary of the University of Minnesota, talks about leadership transitions, "We need to remember that every single person is a master of change. It's a constant in our lives all the time." Brian Steeves, B.A., MPA Brian Steeves serves …
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Embracing a strategic mindset - Binti Harvey
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Binti Harvey talks about developing and using a strategic mindset, "I've seen people grow in this way of thinking when they have clarity about what the objective is and what the desired outcome is." Binti Harvey, B.A., M.S. Binti Harvey is a seasoned relationship builder, strategist, and change manager with …
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Charting a path to professional growth - Trish Beck and Michael Miller
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, NYU Steinhardt EDLI alumni, Drs. Trish Beck and Michael Miller, talk about professional renewal and reinvention, "It begins with your connection to purpose. Your connection to your personal and professional purpose. And oftentimes there is significant overlap." Trish Beck, EdD, MS, RN, NE-BC, FACHE Dr. Trish…
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Developing leaders through mentorship - Aristide Collins
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Aristide Collins talks about the value of and relationship between mentors and mentees. "Mentorship is foundational. It's something that we all should hopefully seek. And I think it would really make all of us better, stronger professionals and leaders." Aristide Collins, BA, MPA, EdD Aristide J. Collins Jr.…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Kai Swanson talks about evolutionary biology and the sabre-toothed tigers of office politics. "You cannot control the weather but there are things you can and if you focus on the things you can you can address or attenuate the negative impacts of those things." Kai Swanson Kai Swanson is special assistant to…
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We all need friends - Denise and Herminio
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Send us a Text Message. In this first episode, Denise and Herminio explore the importance of having a friend in the workplace and how friends can make a difference in your professional and personal life. Denise Nelson Nash, MFA, EdD Denise is vice president, secretary of the Board of Trustees, convener of the IDEA Initiative, Scripps College. Denis…
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Inclusive Leadership: How to Influence and Bring Others Along on the Journey - Sangeeta Lamba
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Sangeeta Lamba talks about inclusive leadership. "Equity minded means that you have to be mindful that each person's experience is very different. So you so if you can be intentional and equity-minded and be committed to almost every step, every decision you make, I think that's probably the way that the dia…
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Demystifying Governance - Katie Herschede
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Katie Herschede talks about demystifying governance. " Higher education is best when we all know each other. When we all work together. When we all are engaged in the governance process. When we all engaged in the life and the rhythms of the campus." Katie Herschede, EdD Katie is the Vice President for Strat…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dr. Eleanor Fleming talks about the first 90 days in a new role. Dr. Fleming offers the following thought about taking on a new role, "encouraging your audience to trust everything that they've done. Whether it's epidemiology or law or whatever, bring that to bear and see and be open to applying your lens in…
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When coaching is needed - Christine Goldthwaite
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Christine Goldthwaite talks about when coaching is needed. Dr. Goldthwaite shares that "a coaching engagement is hopefully designed to help the person enhance their self-awareness; become more reflective. That's the foundation of leadership development." Christine Goldthwaite, PhD Christine is the associate …
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Lawyer & Pipeline 2 Purpose Co-Founder, Shawnda Francis, J.D.
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In this episode, we speak with the magnificent renaissance woman, Shawnda R. Francis, JD. Shawnda R. Francis, J.D., works as a lawyer in the Contracts, Compliance, and Commercial Services division at Integreon, bringing over 18 years of experience managing and structuring multibillion-dollar commercial real estate transactions for Fortune 500 compa…
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On today's episode, we spoke with Mariah Monique, Founder of The Sponsorship Catalyst. A California-based business equipping mid-sized nonprofit organizations to position, package, and pitch their events to corporate sponsors, so they can eliminate self-funding events while increasing their impact. Mariah is an experienced funder and businesswoman …
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Keynote Speaker & Executive Director of Development, Doug Evans, CFRE
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Today, we had the pleasure of speaking with Doug Evans, CFRE. Doug will be the keynote speaker at the Equity In Philanthropy Summit hosted from April 26-28th by The Harris Strategy Group and Impactful Changemakers. In this episodes, Doug discusses inequities in philanthropy, trends in giving, and the use of an ecological systems framework on philan…
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The Nonprofit Expert - Sabrina Walker Hernandez
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We had the privilege of speaking with Sabrina Walker Hernandez, the Nonprofit Expert herself. This was by one of the most detailed and illuminating episodes. Sabrina broke down so many details related to nonprofit organization board of directors and best practices. Sabrina and all of her expertise can be found by going to www.supportingworldhope.co…
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Fundraiser, Speaker, and Author - Ruben Watson
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Ruben Watson is our guest today. He is the Assistant Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations College Access Programs within the UNC-Chapel Hill in the University Development Office. In his role, Ruben leads fundraising efforts for the Carolina College Advising Corps and the Carolina Student Transfer Excellence Program; both college access pr…
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This first episode of season two, we had the privilege of speaking with the dynamic, April Walker. A nonprofit and foundation consultant and equity champion, April stopped by to discuss the amazing work she is doing as a changemaker. April will be a speaker at the Equity in Philanthropy Summit in Atlanta, GA. Where she will be one of the headliners…
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Ep. 5 - Midterm Election Cycle w/ Tylar Lewis
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In this episode, we continue our conversation with Tylar Lewis as we take a deep dive into the Midterm Season. Subscribe so that you can catch every new episode. Use Code EIP23 when you go to Conferences - The Harris Strategy Group to purchase tickets to the Equity in Philanthropy Summit from April 26 -28 in Atlanta, GA. We have limited tickets for…
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Ep. 4 - Midterm Season Discussion w/ Tylar Lewis
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Today we started our midterm election discussions with our very own Public Policy Coordinator, Tylar Lewis. Tylar's Bio: Atlanta native, Tylar Lewis is a Public Policy Coordinator Intern with the Harris Strategy Group. She is also a graduate student at George Washington University studying Public Policy with a concentration in state and local polit…
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Ep. 3 - Miesha Henderson of Sisters' Empowerment Movement
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In today's episode, we sat down with Miesha Henderson, Founder, and CEO of Sisters' Empowerment Movement, a nonprofit organization headquartered in Atlanta, GA, but offering services and sisterhood worldwide. To get in touch with Miesha for volunteer opportunities, membership, or to donate, please reach her at the following: info@sistersempowerment…
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In this episode, we start the discussion about what is a changemaker and why are they important, and why they should be celebrated. If you know a college student looking to intern and produce a podcast, please have them email me at theharrisstrategygroup@gmail.com. Follow us on IG at @harris_strategy_group FB - The Harris Strategy Group Subscribe t…
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Ep. 1- Impactful Changemakers - We're Officially Launched
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Hi all! This 1st episode of Impactful Changemakers is an introduction to the podcast. Our creator and host, Tamill, tells you a little about herself and the podcast. Impactful Changemakers was created to highlight the work of mission-based leaders and organizations and discuss civic engagement and public policy, and advocacy. We announced our Nonpr…
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