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

Oct 23, 2026

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Episodes

Kristin Malek (University of Nebraska) on Designing a Future-Ready University from Scratch 05.10.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, guest host Shauna Cox was joined by Kristin Malek to discuss designing a university from scratch to better meet the needs of today’s market and how to be future-ready. 

Ajita Talwalker Menon (Calbright College) on Bridging the Education Access Gap with Learner-Centric Institutions 28.09.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Ajita Talwalker Menon to discuss he growing divide of those unable to access higher education and building the right infrastructure around these learner’s needs. 

Bryan Blakeley (University of Washington) on How Credentialing Can Keep Pace with the Half-Life of Skills 21.09.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Bryan Blakeley to discuss the explosion of microcredentials across the higher ed space and how credentialing can keep pace in this rapidly evolving environment. 

Thomas Parham (CSU Domiguez Hills) and Saul Jiménez-Sandoval (Fresno State) on Equitable Education: Building an Accessible University for Underrepresented Students 14.09.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Thomas Parham and Saul Jiménez-Sandoval to discuss the importance of creating an accessible university, especially for underrepresented students, and providing pathways to community development. 

Matthew Bodenschatz (Pennsylvania Highlands Community College) on Building Modern Pathways through Partnerships in Higher Ed 07.09.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, guest host Shauna was joined by Matthew Bodenschatz to discuss the importance of strategic partnerships and the creation of pathways to help serve their modern learners. 

Joe Levy (Excelsior University) on Amplifying Awareness: The Vital Role of Assessment in Student Affairs 30.08.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, hose Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Joe Levy to discuss the value of assessment of student affairs and how collaboration can bridge some of the gaps across the institution.  

Elisa Stephens (Academy of Art University) on Nurturing Creative Expression in the AI Era 24.08.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, guest host Shauna Cox was joined by Elisa Stephens to discuss the balance of AI and creativity, and how it can be adapted into a student’s educational journey.

Warren Kennard (Melbourne Business School) on Enhancing Education in the Digital Age 10.08.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Warren Kennard to discuss the launch of MBS Online and how to take the new tech tools presented by AI to make higher ed a compelling proposition for modern learners. 

Joshua Steele (University of Tennessee) and Carmin Chan (University of Arizona) on Supporting Student Athletes on the Road to Success 03.08.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Joshua Steele and Carmin Chan to discuss the complex lives of student athletes, and how institutions can create a more flexible, consistent and defined pathway for their academic journeys. 

Madeline Pumariega (Miami Dade College) on The Non-Linear Path of Higher Education 27.07.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Madeline Pumariega discuss the non-linear pathway of higher ed to ensure student are positioned to drive a meaningful career. 

Katherine Newman (University of California System) on The Rise of Microcredentials in High-Demand Times 25.07.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Katherine Newman to talk about the roots of the microcredential movement and creating a space for collaboration when it comes to policy. 

Kristen Huyck (MiraCosta College) on Essential Elements of a Student-Centric Website 20.07.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, guest host Shauna Cox was joined by Kristen Huyck to discuss the strategy behind leveraging your website and the importance of engaging your learners in various formats. 

Eloy Oakley (College Futures Foundation) on Facing A Fundamental Shift: An Honest Conversation About Higher Education 13.07.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Eloy Oakley to discuss the present state of the higher education system, and dive into the value proposition that learners are looking for. 

Jon Harbor (Purdue University Global) on Adapting Education: Harnessing the Power of Microcredentials 06.07.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Jon Harbor to discuss the recognition of the value in short-term credentials that speak to the needs of modern learners, and the interplay between microcredentials and the traditional programming of a university. 

Jim Gazzard (University of Cambridge) on Unlocking Cambridge's Success: Empowering Communities Through Continuing Education 04.07.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Jim Gazzard to discuss Cambridge's rich history of 150 years in the field of continuing education, emphasizing the importance of understanding its roots in order to foster ongoing community engagement. 

Melony Martinez (National Park College) on The Strategy and Direction of a Modern Higher Ed Institution Website 29.06.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Melony Martinez to discuss the true value a website can deliver and how to get that message across the institution. 

Reynold Verret (Xavier University of Louisiana) on Meaningful Engagement with Alumni in Higher Ed 22.06.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Reynold Verret to discuss the importance of your alumni and how to create an ecosystem that embraces a meaningful engagement with them. 

Kevin Grubb (Villanova University) on the Changing Perceptions of Higher Ed to Understand the Modern Learner 15.06.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Kevin Grubb to discuss the evolution of the perception of higher education and how to take a holistic approach to serving the modern lifelong learner. 

Andrew Hsu (College of Charleston) on Unleashing the Power of Student Centricity for a Future-Ready Institution 08.06.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined Andrew Hsu to discuss Andrew’s past experiences that brought him to the US education system and how  student centricity can help higher ed catch up to meet societal needs. 

Rich Novak (Rutgers University) on Evaluating the Changes in Higher Ed 01.06.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Rich Novak to evaluate the changes in higher education over the past decade, and the opportunities ahead for continuing education. 

Asim Ali (Auburn University) on The Entrepreneurial Approach to Higher Education 25.05.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Asim Ali, to discuss the need for an entrepreneurial approach to higher ed and the responsibility leaders have to be aware of the transformation around them.

Kim Siegenthaler (The City University of New York) on Incorporating Online Learning into Higher Education 18.05.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Kim Siegenthaler, to discuss the need to morph learning modalities in higher education in order to create a more accessible and modern experience. 

Jocelyn Widmer (Texas A&M University) on Empowering Modern Learners with Digital Education 11.05.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Jocelyn Widmer to discuss the wider role digital education plays and how land grant institutions can leverage this new form of education to execute on their mission. 

Chris Winstead (Maine Community College System) on Scaling Short-Term Credentials Across a System 04.05.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, guest host Shauna Cox was joined by Chris Winstead to discuss the importance of developing meaningful credentials, and how Maine has been able to create strong partnerships to do this, across their system. 

Nicole Westrick (Morgan State University) on The Movement Towards Interdisciplinary Learning in Higher Ed 27.04.2023

On today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, host Amrit Ahluwalia was joined by Nicole Westrick to discuss the movement towards interdisciplinary learning in higher ed and how to be the community’s institution. 

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