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Changing Higher Ed

Dr. Drumm McNaughton
Higher Education
Artificial Intelligence
Covid-19
Curriculum Development
International Students
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Student Success
Mental Health
Kogod School Of Business
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Data Science
ED Tech
Stetson University
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State Of Higher Education Report
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American University
University Of Texas At El Paso
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Changing Higher Ed is dedicated to helping higher education leaders improve their institutions. We offer the latest in higher ed news and insights from top experts in higher education who share their perspectives on how you can grow your institution. Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton is a top higher education consultant, renowned leader, and pioneer in strategic management systems and leadership boards. H... more

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Higher education is facing a growing disconnect between public perception and the realities of campus life. In this episode of the Changing Higher Ed® podcast, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Peter Murphy Lewis, CNN political analyst, filmmaker, a... more

Higher education leaders are being asked to innovate faster than their institutions are built to move. This episode of Changing Higher Ed explores how presidents and boards can change that. Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Erika Liodice, Executive Di... more

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Accreditation trends and expectations are shifting under rising accountability pressures, financial constraints, and increased scrutiny of student outcomes. This episode of the Changing Higher Ed® podcast features Maria Toyoda, President and CEO of t... more

Improving how teaching happens in the classroom is one of the most effective ways to increase student retention, stabilize tuition revenue, and strengthen institutional reputation—yet most universities don't manage it strategically.

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Recent Guests

Erika Liodice
Executive Director of the Alliance for Innovation and Transformation
Alliance for Innovation and Transformation
Episode: Innovation in Higher Education: How Leaders Build the Capacity to Adapt
Maria Toyoda
President and CEO of WSC Senior College and University Commission
WSC Senior College and University Commission
Episode: Accreditation Trends and WASC Priorities for Student Success
David Gooblar
Associate professor of English and pedagogy expert
University of Iowa
Episode: The Real Cost of Overlooking Teaching Quality in Higher Ed
Dr. Sean Stevens
Chief research advisor at the Foundation for Individual Rights in Expression (FIRE)
Foundation for Individual Rights in Expression
Episode: Free Speech on College Campuses: Insights from FIRE's 2025 Report
Dr. Harrison Keller
President of the University of North Texas and former commissioner of higher education in Texas.
University of North Texas
Episode: Aligning Higher Education Strategy and Programs with Workforce Needs and Student Value
Dr. Colleen Leigh
Assistant Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Success at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism, CUNY
Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism, CUNY
Episode: Holistic Enrollment Strategy and Management: Filling the Enrollment Pipeline
Beth Martin
President of Notre Dame de Namur University
Notre Dame de Namur University
Episode: Executing a Debt-Free Higher Education Turnaround with Real Estate
Brian Kelly
CISO at Community Health Networks for Connecticut
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Episode: Cybersecurity Risk Management in Higher Education—It's Not Just an IT Problem
Bill Crouch
CEO of BrightDot, former university president, and fundraising expert
BrightDot
Episode: Higher Education Fundraising and Strategic Planning Alignment

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Dr. Drumm McNaughton
Host with extensive experience as an executive leader across academia and various sectors, specializing in higher education consultancy and management.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Excellent Podcast

    Outstanding format for presenting change efforts being made to improve higher education.

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  • Informative and insightful. Professionally done.

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    3 years ago

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The Real Cost of Overlooking Teaching Quality in Higher Ed
Q: What are three takeaways that boards and presidents need to keep in mind when thinking about student learning outcomes and how faculty pedagogy can impact those?
1. See teaching as a central factor for student success; 2. Move away from DEI as a specialization and instead focus on holistic student success; 3. Invest in better teaching to support marginalized students' success.
The Real Cost of Overlooking Teaching Quality in Higher Ed
Q: What can faculty do?
Read up on pedagogy and engage with accessible information on teaching methodologies to improve student engagement and outcomes.
The Real Cost of Overlooking Teaching Quality in Higher Ed
Q: What can administrators do to better student learning outcomes?
Hire more faculty to improve student-to-faculty ratios and invest in faculty development through teaching and learning centers.
Free Speech on College Campuses: Insights from FIRE's 2025 Report
Q: What are the three takeaways university presidents and boards need to think about right now to protect free speech and their people?
University leadership must set clear speech policies, maintain strong leadership during controversies, and promote civic discourse among students.
Aligning Higher Education Strategy and Programs with Workforce Needs and Student Value
Q: What are the three takeaways that you think are most important for a higher ed president and boards?
Engage closely with employers, integrate experiential learning into programs, and educate students as critical thinkers and respectful dialogue participants.

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What is Changing Higher Ed about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the transformative challenges and improvements within higher education, this podcast features expert discussions on vital topics impacting institutions today. Episodes cover a wide range of subjects including teaching quality, enrollment management, mental health initiatives, and the importance of aligning educational strategies with workforce needs. The insights provided by leaders in academia and related sectors aim to equip listeners with actionable knowledge and strategies for enhancing institutional success. Given the high-level expertise of the guests and the host, the content is particularly beneficial for those in leadership positions looking to stay informed about the latest developments in the field of education.

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8. Brian Kelly

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