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We welcome YOU to America’s leading higher education podcast! Hosted by Dr. Joe Sallustio, whose down-to-Earth approach & industry experience helps to make dry & complicated educational topics more fun & engaging to discuss. Elvin Freytes, Producer, brings YOU the most innovative leaders in higher education to the microphone. The EdUp Experience team brings over 40 years of experience in higher ed... more

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It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Debbie Fowler, SVP, Academic Delivery, Western Governors University

In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, powered by ⁠Integrity4Education

YOUR cohost is Jamie Morris, VP of Partnerships, ⁠Integrity4Edu... more

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Charlsey Pearce, CEO, MortarCAPS

This episode is brought to you by Beyond Survival: Reporting from the Front Lines of Higher Education’s War for Relevance is a documentary account from the front lines of the most consequ... more

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It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Rick Gallot, President & CEO, University of Louisiana System

This episode, President Series #519, is powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠ - Higher Ed's AI-Enriched Platform!

This episode is brought to you by Beyond Survival: R... more

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It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Cindy Nava, Senator & Majority Whip, New Mexico State Senate, District 9, & Deborah Santiago, Co-founder & CEO, Excelencia in Education

In this episode, recorded LIVE from the 2026⁠ Lumina Foundation⁠ State Policy Retrea... more

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Rick Gallot
President and CEO of the University of Louisiana System and former Grambling State University president
University of Louisiana System
Episode: Not Everyone Values a College Education. But Everyone Benefits From It - with Dr. Rick Gallot, President & CEO, University of Louisiana System
Cindy Nava
New Mexico State Senator and Majority Whip, former DACA recipient
New Mexico State Senate
Episode: LIVE from the 2026 Lumina Foundation State Policy Retreat - with ⁠⁠Cindy Nava⁠, Senator & Majority Whip,⁠ New Mexico State Senate⁠, & ⁠Deborah Santiago⁠, Co-founder & CEO, ⁠Excelencia in Education⁠
Deborah Santiago
Co-founder and CEO of Excelencia in Education
Excelencia in Education
Episode: LIVE from the 2026 Lumina Foundation State Policy Retreat - with ⁠⁠Cindy Nava⁠, Senator & Majority Whip,⁠ New Mexico State Senate⁠, & ⁠Deborah Santiago⁠, Co-founder & CEO, ⁠Excelencia in Education⁠
Tristan Denley
Deputy Commissioner for Academic Affairs and Innovation at the Louisiana Board of Regents
Louisiana Board of Regents
Episode: LIVE from the 2026 Lumina Foundation State Policy Retreat - with Dr. Tristan Denley, Louisiana Board of Regents, & Dr. Zainab Okolo, The Jed Foundation (JED)
Zainab Okolo
Senior Vice President of Policy, Advocacy and Government Relations at The Jed Foundation
The Jed Foundation
Episode: LIVE from the 2026 Lumina Foundation State Policy Retreat - with Dr. Tristan Denley, Louisiana Board of Regents, & Dr. Zainab Okolo, The Jed Foundation (JED)
Chris Nesmith
Superintendent of Elma School District and co-leader of AASA Redefining Ready
Elma School District
Episode: How Do You Triple Your University Going Rate in a High Poverty Rural District? - with Dr. Chris Nesmith, Superintendent, Elma School District
Shadi Figuli
CEO and co-founder of Nemonx
Nemonx
Episode: Why Can't You Succeed in Recruitment Unless Career Placement Data Is Stellar? - with W. Kent Barnds, Executive Vice President for Strategy & Innovation, Augustana College
Kent Barnds
Executive vice president for strategy and innovation at Augustana College
Augustana College
Episode: Why Can't You Succeed in Recruitment Unless Career Placement Data Is Stellar? - with W. Kent Barnds, Executive Vice President for Strategy & Innovation, Augustana College
Pat Pitney
Retired president of the University of Alaska system with 30 years at the university
University of Alaska
Episode: Do Less With Less. This Is the New Normal - with Pat Pitney, Former President, University of Alaska

Hosts

Dr. Joe Sallustio
Host with a practical, down-to-earth interviewing style.
Elvin Freytes
Producer and co-host, known for facilitating guest discussions and production flow.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • A Thoughtful, Insightful Conversation on Leadership and Higher Ed Change

    EdUp Experience provided a thoughtful, engaging, and well-facilitated conversation that truly honors the complexity of higher education leadership.

    The EdUp team created a welcoming space for meaningful dialogue, asked insightful questions, and allowed the conversation to unfold in a way that felt both authentic and impactful. The discussion struck an excellent balance between strategy, storytelling, and the real-world challenges facing today’s institutions.

    I especially appreciated the opportun... more

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    5
    nickspagnoli
    United States9 months ago
  • Listener and Guest Experience

    I’ve been a long-time listener of the show and always admired the range of expert guests. Recently I guested on the show and was surprised at how naturally the content is generated. The two hosts created a comfortable, authentic environment to share my experience as a higher ed administrator and podcast host. I highly recommend this show as a tool to learn more about the issues in higher education from a variety of guests and co-hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah Holtan
    United States10 months ago
  • Where Higher Ed Meets

    If you want to be in the conversation you have to be a part of The EdUp Experience. Diversity of thought and actionable ideas from leaders who make it happen….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chuck Ambrose
    United States10 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Thanks Joe Sallustio for the thoughtful discussion. It was a pleasure to be on your podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danfrenchy20
    United Statesa year ago
  • A lot of fun!

    I’ve been listening to the EdUp Experience for a long time now and really enjoyed coming on the show. Joe made the discussion very conversational and clearly knows the space very well. It was a great opportunity to discuss the type of problems we’re trying to solve at Scholarly and the future of AI in higher education. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rusty Cowher
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise thoughtful leadership discussions and actionable strategies.
Listeners appreciate the human, engaging interviews and real-world case studies.
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Audience values diversity of guests and practical EdTech/policy insights.

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LIVE from ⁠ACCAC 2026 - with Andrew Clegg, Academic Dean of Workforce Development & Skilled Trades, Central AZ College
Q: What did you learn here at ACCAC so far that you can take back to Central Arizona College?
Clegg says colleges need to figure out how AI affects their work and teach students, faculty, and staff to use it responsibly. He encourages using AI as a tool for efficiency and feedback while retaining human judgment, and notes its future effects on automation, robotics, and employment.
LIVE from ⁠ACCAC 2026 - with Andrew Clegg, Academic Dean of Workforce Development & Skilled Trades, Central AZ College
Q: Tell us about what you do, Academic Dean of Workforce & Skilled Trades, Central Arizona College. What do you oversee?
Clegg works with employers to identify workforce needs and acts as a point of contact to help businesses navigate the college. He also oversees the Small Business Development Center, non-credit programming, apprenticeships, career services, and skilled-trades programs.
LIVE from the 2026 Lumina Foundation State Policy Retreat - with ⁠⁠Cindy Nava⁠, Senator & Majority Whip,⁠ New Mexico State Senate⁠, & ⁠Deborah Santiago⁠, Co-founder & CEO, ⁠Excelencia in Education⁠
Q: What does serving Latino students look like day-to-day on a campus, and why does that difference matter so much?
Santiago says colleges must take responsibility for helping students navigate and complete their education. They should assess enrollment, retention, transfer, financial aid, representation, and completion, then use data and effective practices to improve student outcomes.
Do Less With Less. This Is the New Normal - with Pat Pitney, Former President, University of Alaska
Q: What does the system need to do beyond Pat Pitney now to keep itself relevant and enjoy the 5 to 10 percent enrollment gains that you hope it does every year?
Pitney says the system should meet students where they are, support them through their individual definitions of success and build on Alaska's strengths in Arctic research. She also emphasizes understanding employer needs and preparing students for opportunities in Alaska and beyond.
Do Less With Less. This Is the New Normal - with Pat Pitney, Former President, University of Alaska
Q: What was it like when you came into the University of Alaska system during that turmoil?
Pitney describes a survivalist atmosphere, a major reduction in state funding, declining enrollment and the added challenges of the pandemic. She says the university focused on addressing immediate realities, retaining strong programs, communicating honestly and rebuilding public confidence.

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What is The EdUp Experience about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-level look at higher education leadership, operations, and policy through conversations with presidents, provosts, registrars, and EdTech leaders. Episodes frequently center on student success, data-driven decision making, workforce alignment, and practical implementation of scheduling, catalog systems, and campus operations. Notable is the emphasis on real-world change management, partnerships with vendors, and scalable strategies for universities and community colleges facing funding challenges, enrollment pressure, and AI integration. The show often features actionable takeaways, governance insights, and a mix of institutional leadership stories with hands-on operational detail that can help listeners understand how big ideas tran... more

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5. Zainab Okolo
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7. Shadi Figuli
8. Kent Barnds

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