HigherEdJobs Podcast

In this episode Justin Zackal talks about the phrase 'rugged flexibility' and how it applies to our ever-changing careers in higher education. Justin also shares what it means to practice tragic optimism. Listen in to learn more! Check out Justin's article here . 

In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question about requesting funding for conferences and professional development. It is no surprise that the changing landscape of funding in higher education has created a new normal for professional development. When asking for funding ensure your request aligns with your institution's needs and include how the professional development...

In this final segment from the 2024 NASPA Symposium on Military-Connected Students in Louisville, Kentucky, the panelists answer questions from the audience. Audience members ask the panelists about DEI policies and funding, paths to funding beyond development, and how higher ed can learn from private industry when it comes to employment for military-affiliated individuals. Click here for Part I a...

In this Ask the Expert episode, the podcast crew discusses a question from a listener about how to handle references in a job search. Dr. Chris Lee advises that you need a variety of reference groups in the hiring process. Listen in to learn who to include in your references and other interesting insights from the HR perspective. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click h...

In Part II, 5 staff and faculty members from the University of Louisville (UofL) continue sharing their expertise in student success, program development, leadership, and funding that fosters institutional commitment for the military-connected community at UofL. The panelists' discussion includes creating buy-in and leveraging existing institutional mechanisms, establishing a veteran employee reso...

In this episode Kelly and Andy continue their conversation with Richard Clark and Brennan Barnard about college admissions and what those working outside of the field can catch up on. Clark and Barnard are the authors of the book "The Truth about College Admission." Among several topics, Richard and Brennan discuss the transparency issues when it comes to the costs of higher education, admissions...

In this episode, 5 staff and faculty members from the University of Louisville (UofL) share their expertise in student success, program development, leadership, and funding that fosters institutional commitment for the military-connected community at UofL. The panelists' discussion includes creating buy-in and leveraging existing institutional mechanisms, establishing a veteran employee resource g...

In this episode Kelly and Andy speak to Richard Clark and Brennan Barnard about college admissions and what those working outside of the field can catch up on. Clark and Barnard are the authors of the book "The Truth about College Admission." Among several topics, Richard and Brennan discuss how declining birth rates impact higher education, the declining faith in the ROI of an education, and test...

In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Chris Lee answers a question about teaching statements and advice for structuring your next or current teaching statement. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Ever wonder what a career in strategic planning in higher education looks like? Are you interested in a career that is "creative," "collaborative," and "organized"? Do you consider yourself "determined," "dogged," a "facilitator," or "nimble"? Then a career in strategic planning may be a fit for you. In this episode Lisa Jasinski, Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives, Office of the President a...

In this Ask the Expert episode Dr. Chris Lee answers a question for a listener that has been landing interviews but not landing the job. Dr. Lee shares that in today's job market, it is not just about being qualified enough to land a role. One must be qualified, competitive, and a good fit. 'Fit' is really about how the job seeker can fulfill the mission, priorities, and goals of the institution....

The cyclical process of senior academic leaders rising from the faculty ranks, only to return years or decades later, remains one of higher education’s most distinctive and least understood traditions. In this episode HigherEdJobs Author in Residence Lisa Jasinski, author of "Stepping Away Returning to the Faculty After Senior Academic Leadership" discusses strategies for navigating the dynamic tr...

In this episode, the entire HigherEdJobs editorial team is together to share their favorite articles of the year.  Kelly and Leah discuss Take Your Heart Off Your Sleeve Before You Start Your Job Search and  Should You Be ‘Rage Applying’ for Jobs?

In this episode, the entire HigherEdJobs editorial team is together to share their favorite articles of the year.  Andy and Monika discuss Rules for Fair Fighting at Work and Promoting Rural Inclusion in Higher Education .  

In this episode, Kelly and Andy discuss the many layers of diversity work in higher education, inspired by the article " Female faculty of color do extra diversity work for no extra reward – here’s how to fix that ." Diversity work requires bandwidth, representation, compensation, and dedication from all levels of higher education leadership, are we there?

Check out which song podcast guest Hira Byrne Paulin has added to the HigherEdJobs Playlist for your higher ed job search!    Do you have songs you want to add to the playlist?  Email us at podcast@higheredjobs.com with your suggestions and why you think they belong on the playlist! 

What assumptions have you made about your alumni and how they want to engage with your campus? Ayanna McConnell, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan, addresses some assumptions that have been proven wrong in the last several years of alumni engagement. Want more? Check out Ayanna's Higher Ed Careers interview .

It sometimes feels like the message is that everyone is replaceable in higher ed, so good people and employees seek employment elsewhere. So how can higher ed retain these valuable faculty and staff? And doesn't retention of valuable faculty and staff influence student enrollment and institutional success? Check out expert Matt Trainum's thoughts on these questions in this Ask the Expert episode. ...

With rising numbers of students pursuing STEM fields, the toll on faculty and staff has many on the brink of burnout. In this episode Dr. Aditya Johri highlights the realities that the field is facing in recruiting new academics and administrators, and strategies for retaining them once they are on board. 

Keeping in mind that most higher education institutions need to turn a profit, in this Ask the Expert episode, Matt Trainum answers a question about cost-reducing strategies and revenue diversification in higher ed. Matt, Kelly, and Andy go over some of the strategies that have been used over the past several decades and reflects on who higher ed needs to serve now. Have a question you want to hea...

In this Ask the Expert episode, Dr Lee answers a question about growth opportunities in our roles. Dr. Lee shares advice for navigating when it is appropriate to ask about promotions in your profession. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Is there an abrasive leader on your team? Find out how the Boss Whisperer, Dr. Laura Crawshaw, has faced abrasive leaders for decades and the variety of steps you can take to address an abrasive leader in a functional, appropriate, and effective way. 

In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question on transitioning from teaching elementary school to working in higher education. Matt advises that the best thing to do in this transition is to 'know your why.'  Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

How does education policy impact your day-to-day existence on campus? Find out from Jonathan Fansmith at American Council on Education (ACE). Fansmith identifies several education policy issues that you need to keep up with now. 

Do you have a lot of teaching experience but not a lot of publications? Do you have a lot of publications but not a lot of teaching experience? In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Chris Lee answers how to sell and tell your career story on your CV while filling the gaps you may have in your professional experience. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to s...