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The World of Higher Education

Higher Education Strategy Associates
Higher Education
Institutional Research
International Students
Taiwanese Higher Education
EU Students
Mexican Higher Education
French Higher Education System
Funding Trends
UK Universities
Claudia Sheinbaum
European Higher Education Governance
Canada
Association Of Institutional Research
Brexit
Benito Juarez Universities
Vocational Education
Les Grandes Ecoles
Canadian Higher Education System
Demographics
1960s Higher Education

The World of Higher Education is dedicated to exploring developments in higher education from a global perspective. Join host, Alex Usher of Higher Education Strategy Associates, as he speaks with new guests each week from different countries discussing developments in their regions. Produced by Tiffany MacLennan and Samantha Pufek.

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In this episode of the World of Higher Education Podcast, host Alex Usher is joined by Bryan Alexander, the author of 'Peak Higher Ed: How to Survive the Looming Academic Crisis.' They discuss the challenges facing higher education in the United Stat... more

Join Alex Usher on The World of Higher Education Podcast as he dives into the remarkable transformation of Uzbekistan's higher education system over the past decade. Komiljon Karimov, Rector of Westminster International University in Tashkent, shares... more

Join Alex Usher on The World of Higher Education Podcast as he engages in a compelling discussion with Frank Ziegele, Executive Director of the Center for Higher Education in Germany. They delve into the intricacies of creating authentic missions for... more

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In this episode of The World of Higher Education Podcast, Alex Usher discusses the unconventional structure and innovative approaches of Royal Roads University in Greater Victoria, British Columbia, with its President, Philip Steenkamp. Celebrating i... more

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Join Alex Usher in a compelling interview with Noah Sobe, UNESCO's Chief of Section for Higher Education, as they discuss UNESCO's historic and evolving role in global higher education. Explore the organization's foundational goals post-World War II,... more

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In the final episode of 2025, host Alex Usher welcomes Robert Kelchen, a recurring favorite guest, to discuss the top 10 issues in American higher education over the past year. They cover a wide array of topics such as state funding for public higher... more

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Join Tiffany MacLennan on the World of Higher Education Podcast as she interviews Alex Usher, President and CEO of Higher Education Strategy Associates, about their comprehensive report: The World of Higher Education — Year in Review 2025. This episo... more

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Join Alex Usher in the latest episode of the World of Higher Education Podcast as he talks with Rob Annan, President and CEO of Genome Canada. They explore the intertwined relationship of science and economic progress, the role of government in scien... more

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Recent Guests

Komiljon Karimov
Rector of Westminster International University in Tashkent and former first deputy minister of higher education, science and innovation of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Westminster International University in Tashkent
Episode: Uzbekistan’s Higher Education Boom
Frank Ziegele
Executive Director of the Center for Hochschulentwicklung
Center for Hochschulentwicklung
Episode: Authentic Universities: Choosing What Not to Be
Noah Sobe
Chief of Section for Higher Education at UNESCO
UNESCO
Episode: What Is UNESCO’s Role in Global Higher Education Today
Robert Kelchen
Favorite guest from the United States
University of Tennessee
Episode: The Annual Kelchen Review: The Top 10 U.S. Higher Ed Stories in 2025
Rob Annan
President and CEO of Genome Canada
Genome Canada
Episode: Funding, Free Riding, and the Future of Canadian Science
Attila Pausits
Professor of Higher Education Research and Development
University of Continuing Education in Krems, Austria
Episode: A Global Observatory for Higher Education Change: What We’re Learning
Dan Levy
Distinguished Professor in the Department of Educational Policy and Leadership at SUNY Albany and Founder and Director of the Program for Research in Private Higher Education
SUNY Albany
Episode: Inside the Global Private Higher Education Sector with Dan Levy
Debbie McVitty
Editor at Wonkhe, a higher education website
Wonkhe
Episode: Does England’s Newest Higher Education White Paper Actually Change Anything?
Ruixue Jia
Professor of Economics at UC San Diego and co-author of 'The Highest Exam, How The Gaokao Shapes China'
University of California, San Diego
Episode: Inside the Gaokao: China’s Defining Test with Ruixue Jia

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Alex Usher
Host discussing developments in higher education policy and global trends.

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Authentic Universities: Choosing What Not to Be
Q: How does an institution get to a position statement or a profile that would allow them to differentiate?
An institution can pursue two strategies: a teasing out strategy that builds on its foundation or a blue ocean strategy that seeks market opportunities outside its current offerings.
Authentic Universities: Choosing What Not to Be
Q: Why is differentiation so desirable?
Differentiation is urgent because the operating environment for higher education is changing fundamentally, leading to a need for institutions to find their unique profiles.
Royal Roads University: A Canadian University Without Tenure or Senate
Q: What are the areas you found you've been able to economize?
Philip explains that they have cut costs through voluntary retirement programs and streamlined their workforce to adapt to financial challenges.
Royal Roads University: A Canadian University Without Tenure or Senate
Q: What led you to take that step? Why did you pick Dubai?
Philip discusses the decision to open a campus in Dubai as a strategic move to diversify risks related to international student enrollments and leverage the supportive regulatory environment there.
What Is UNESCO’s Role in Global Higher Education Today
Q: What's the coolest thing UNESCO is doing right now in higher education, that almost no one knows about?
UNESCO is working on qualifications recognition which promotes academic mobility and strengthens the quality of higher education institutions, creating a global ecosystem that recognizes academic qualifications across borders.

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This podcast focuses on the evolving landscape of higher education with a global perspective, hosting a diverse range of guests who provide insights from various regions around the world. Each episode examines key developments, challenges, and policies affecting higher education, including funding, technological changes, social mobility, and political influences. The discussions often highlight pressing issues such as the impact of economic downturns on universities, approaches to diversity and inclusion, and the shifting dynamics prompted by international policies.

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2. Frank Ziegele
3. Noah Sobe
4. Robert Kelchen
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