Cap & Gown

On today’s episode, we’re tackling the buzzword: Holistic Advising! What does it actually mean in secondary education, and how can we move beyond the buzzword to put it into practice? Listen as we break down holistic advising, explore why a clear definition matters, and discuss how defining roles and responsibilities can clarify who should do what on your campus.

On today’s episode, we’re tackling the buzzword: Holistic Advising! What does it actually mean in secondary education, and how can we move beyond the buzzword to put it into practice? Listen as we break down holistic advising, explore why a clear definition matters, and discuss how defining roles and responsibilities can clarify who should do what on your campus.

Join us today as we meet with Dr. Debbie D'Anna, VP of Student Engagement and Campus Life, to talk about how Brevard College manages student success on campus!

Join us today as we meet with Dr. Debbie D'Anna, VP of Student Engagement and Campus Life, to talk about how Brevard College manages student success on campus!

Welcome back to the newest season of Cap & Gown! In this episode, we catch up on the state of the union from this summer! 1. Inside Higher Ed: Trends in Higher Education Student Success for 20262. Nixon Peabody: Education Department Issues NPRM for Higher Ed Accreditation3. NASFAA: Making Sense of the Student Loan Changes from OBBBA's RISE Committee4. MEFA: Key Changes to the 2026-27 FAFSA...

In this recap, we look back on previous episodes to reflect on the overarching story across the spring semester. From unseen work and relational retention to accompaniment, illuminators, and systems change, this season made one central argument: the work that matters most in higher education is relational, slow, and often invisible. Featuring conversations with Sherry Woosley, Matt Boisvert, Tori...

In this recap, we look back on previous episodes to reflect on the overarching story across the spring semester. From unseen work and relational retention to accompaniment, illuminators, and systems change, this season made one central argument: the work that matters most in higher education is relational, slow, and often invisible. Featuring conversations with Sherry Woosley, Matt Boisvert, Tori...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Dave Rozeboom to explore what it really takes to create better student experiences in higher education. From the disconnect between Student and Academic Affairs, to the growing challenges around retention, resources, and student needs, Dr. Rozeboom unpacks the gaps between what institutions intend to deliver and what students actually experience. Drawing from...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Dave Rozeboom to explore what it really takes to create better student experiences in higher education. From the disconnect between Student and Academic Affairs, to the growing challenges around retention, resources, and student needs, Dr. Rozeboom unpacks the gaps between what institutions intend to deliver and what students actually experience. Drawing from...

In this episode, we interviewed Tori Kneeland about her work with relational retention. Tori shares her personal college journey and how it shaped her work with at-risk students. She also addresses the ongoing challenge of creating meaningful, systemic change to improve retention. Tori emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins, being present in everyday moments, and staying persistent, b...

In this episode, we interviewed Tori Kneeland about her work with relational retention. Tori shares her personal college journey and how it shaped her work with at-risk students. She also addresses the ongoing challenge of creating meaningful, systemic change to improve retention. Tori emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins, being present in everyday moments, and staying persistent, b...

Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is be there for our students. In this episode, we explore presence, not as something passive, but as a disciplined, other-centered way of being with students. It’s not about leading, fixing, or analyzing; it’s about walking side by side and building trust through the small, everyday moments that make deeper connections possible.

Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is be there for our students. In this episode, we explore presence, not as something passive, but as a disciplined, other-centered way of being with students. It’s not about leading, fixing, or analyzing; it’s about walking side by side and building trust through the small, everyday moments that make deeper connections possible.

In this episode of Cap & Gown, we explore the power of becoming an Illuminator. Inspired by ideas from "How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen," we examine how shifting from a “danger brain” to a connection mindset changes the way we advise, teach, and lead. From nonverbal cues and mirroring to generous listening and active curiosity, we unpack th...

In this episode of Cap & Gown, we explore the power of becoming an Illuminator. Inspired by ideas from "How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen," we examine how shifting from a “danger brain” to a connection mindset changes the way we advise, teach, and lead. From nonverbal cues and mirroring to generous listening and active curiosity, we unpack th...

In this episode, we explore "diminisher" tendencies within higher education and how they block authentic mentorship and belonging. Through practical insight and reflection, we can become illuminators for students, helping students feel seen in their complexity.

In this episode, we explore "diminisher" tendencies within higher education and how they block authentic mentorship and belonging. Through practical insight and reflection, we can become illuminators for students, helping students feel seen in their complexity.

As society leans further into efficiency and automation, such as AI, it is important to recognize the one skill that AI cannot create: person-to-person connections. The theme for this year explores how to create conditions that allow humans to genuinely know one another. Join us for this year's Cap & Gown as we explore the theme of PRESENCE, guided by the book "How to Know a Person: T...

As society leans further into efficiency and automation, such as AI, it is important to recognize the one skill that AI cannot create: person-to-person connections. The theme for this year explores how to create conditions that allow humans to genuinely know one another. Join us for this year's Cap & Gown as we explore the theme of PRESENCE, guided by the book "How to Know a Person: T...

In this episode of Cap & Gown, we bring in Sherry Woosley to discuss how to recognize and acknowledge the impact of unseen work within the workplace.

In this episode of Cap & Gown, we bring in Sherry Woosley to discuss how to recognize and acknowledge the impact of unseen work within the workplace.

As we wrap up the end of the year, we also wrap up Season 6! In this episode, we recap this year's theme of intentionality by re-exploring ways to be successful from previous episodes.

As we wrap up the end of the year, we also wrap up Season 6! In this episode, we recap this year's theme of intentionality by re-exploring ways to be successful from previous episodes.

In this episode of Cap & Gown, Rachel and Matt discuss the Book "Orbiting the Giant Hairball" by Gordon MacKenzie and explore how to break free from corporate conformity and instead unleash our creativity in order to achieve both personal and professional fulfillment. 👉 Subscribe and join us as we explore how to stay away from corporate normalcy without going too far into chaos.

In this episode of Cap & Gown, Rachel and Matt discuss the Book "Orbiting the Giant Hairball" by Gordon MacKenzie and explore how to break free from corporate conformity and instead unleash our creativity in order to achieve both personal and professional fulfillment.👉 Subscribe and join us as we explore how to stay away from corporate normalcy without going too far into chaos.