Modern Campus

Illumination by Modern Campus

A higher education podcast focused on the transformation of the higher ed landscape. Speaking with college and university leaders, this podcast talks about the trends, ideas and opportunities that are shaping the future of higher education, and provides best practices and advice that leaders can apply to their own institutions. 

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Modern Campus

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Education

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Angela Kersenbrock (Community College Baccalaureate Association) on The New BA, Powered by Community Colleges 30.05.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Angela Kersenbrock to discuss how community colleges are changing access and affordability in higher ed, and the workforce alignment required for everyone to succeed. 

Keith Paul (Northern Essex Community College) on The New Blueprint for Student Belonging 22.05.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Keith Paul to discuss student engagement and retention, and how to leverage data to improve student outcomes.  

Luke Dowden (Alamo Colleges District) on Transforming the Pathway from Enrollment to Employment 15.05.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Luke Dowden to discuss reframing the term "Non-Traditional" and emphasizing inclusive design while aligning with post-completion outcomes. 

Nicole Neufeld (University of Northern British Columbia) on Learning to Lead in a Sustainable World 08.05.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Nicole Neufeld to discuss embedding sustainability into curriculum design and creating industry-informed, flexible microcredentials. 

Stephanie Geyer (University of Montana) on Building a Bite-Sized Higher Ed Brand That Sticks 01.05.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Stephanie Geyer to discuss the re-imagination of a digital presence and dive into the shift towards a digital ecosystem and experimentation in higher ed marketing. 

Nancy Byron (Georgia State University) on The Critical Role of Frameworks in Credential Innovation 24.04.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Nancy Byron to discuss the importance of structure in micro credential design and the role of collaboration between higher ed and industry. 

Amy Wartham (University of North Carolina Charlotte) on Turning Institutions into Workforce Catalysts 17.04.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Amy Wartham to discuss the evolving role of colleges and universities, and the barriers to effective employer partnerships. 

Sheila LeBlanc (University of Calgary) on Operationalizing Growth Through Continuing Education 10.04.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Sheila LeBlanc to discuss the role of CE in driving institutional transformation and barriers to programmatic and operational shift. 

Michael Edmondson (New Jersey Institute of Technology) on The Continuing Education Revolution in Higher Ed 03.04.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Michael Edmondson to discuss how central credentials are to the future of education and the importance of agility and AI literacy for both learners and staff to succeed. 

Nariman Farvardin (Stevens Institute of Technology) on Rewiring Higher Education for a Flexible, Future-Ready Experience 27.03.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Nariman Farvardin to discuss the transformative role of technology in reshaping educational delivery and the critical need to be aligned with workforce demands. 

Annie Taylor (The Pennsylvania State University) on Growing Distance Learning Programs Effectively 20.03.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Annie Taylor to discuss how instructional design is the backbone to online learning and engagement strategies to scale enrollment growth. 

Amelia Parnell (NASPA) on Reimagining the Learning Journey Through Student Affairs 13.03.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Amelia Parnell to discuss the critical shift towards intentional learning and the need for institutions to create more collaborative environments to better support learners. 

Ailsa Craig (Memorial University of Newfoundland) on A New Educational Ecosystem Rooted in Credentials 06.03.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Ailsa Craig to discuss the importance of diversifying credentials and the power of creating on and off ramps in education. 

Linda Koechli (Toronto Metropolitan University) on The Necessity of Lifelong Learning Ecosystems 27.02.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Linda Koechli discusses the critical role collaboration plays in higher education and how to overcome the barriers that stand in the way of innovation. 

Jennifer Herzog (Saint Mary's College of California) on Creating Meaningful Student Experiences in Higher Education 20.02.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Jennifer Herzog to discuss the shift in student engagement recently and the institutional approach required to be inclusive and engaging. 

Christine Brooks-Cappadocia (York University) on How Canadian Institutions Can Support Global Talent 13.02.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Christine Brooks-Cappadocia to discuss the role of international students in Canada and the impact of immigration policy changes. 

Catherine Coe (North Central Michigan College) on The Future of Institutional Websites in a Data-Driven Era 06.02.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Catherine Coe to discuss the balance of personalization and accessibility, along with the opportunity for data-driven optimization. 

Angie Kamath (New York University) on Higher Ed’s Strategy to Thrive Amid Disruption 30.01.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Angie Kamath to discuss digital transformation in higher education and the opportunities ahead to meet various demographics. 

Jeff Appling (Clemson University) on A New Approach to Streamlining Academic Workflows 23.01.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Jeff Appling to discuss the evolution of curriculum management and building faculty trust. 

Amrit Ahluwalia (Western University) on Higher Ed and Industry: Fueling Growth Through Talent Pipelines 16.01.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Amrit Ahluwalia to discuss the critical role of regional talent pipelines in driving economic mobility and the challenges of fostering effective collaboration between higher ed institutions and industry partners.

Lyndi Duff (Salt Lake Community College) on Streamlining Curriculum for Lifelong Learning and Student Success 09.01.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Lyndi Duff to discuss how to optimize curriculum processes to enhance institutional efficiency, meet diverse learner needs and support lifelong learning opportunities.

Andy Cornelius (Northwest Nazarene University) on Building Inclusive Communities in Higher Education 02.01.2025

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Andy Cornelius to discuss strategies for cultivating student leadership and inclusive communities, emphasizing the balance between individual empowerment and collective impact within higher ed. 

Kassie Burkholder (NAIT) on The Risk, Reward and Reinvention of a New Approach to Education 19.12.2024

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Kassie Burkholder to discuss how entrepreneurial strategies and innovation are transforming higher education, driving agility and creating real-world alignment to stay competitive. 

Nuno Fernandes (American Public University System) on The Digital Evolution of Education 12.12.2024

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Nuno Fernandes to discuss how institutions can leverage modern technology and strategies to enhance access, affordability and the student experience in the evolving digital age

Dhruv Mohan (Western University) on International Recruitment in a Dynamic World 05.12.2024

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Dhruv Mohan to discuss how recent global trends, evolving student demographics and technology are reshaping international recruitment strategies. 

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