The Application with Allison Turcio

In this episode, we're diving deep into the art of creating emotionally impactful content. John Azoni, a trailblazer in content creation and video production for colleges and universities joins us as we explore the power of creating emotional connection through marketing. John shares the transformative potential of emotional content (yes, it can lead to tangible results!) and talks about how you c...

Join host Allison Turcio in this captivating episode of The Application podcast, as she engages in a dynamic conversation with Kris Hardy, the accomplished Director of Web and Digital Marketing at Messiah University. Kris, an expert in user experience, information architecture, and web analytics, brings a fresh perspective to the crucial topic of leveraging digital analytics to overcome the bigges...

In the latest episode of The Application podcast, hosted by Allison Turcio, we delve into the art of managing diverse opinions in higher education website design. If you're a higher education marketer seeking to transform the challenge of handling multiple perspectives into a productive endeavor, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we unravel the secrets of harnessing data-driven strategies...

Allison and Alex Ahlstrom (Asociate Director of Data Products at Simpson Scarborough) unravel the transformative influence of AI tools like ChatGPT and Bing Chat on the college search process. As students increasingly turn to AI for guidance in their search, the landscape is evolving, and we, as marketers, must adapt. Alex sheds light on these implications and shares actionable strategies to align...

In this eye-opening episode, Allison welcomes UX strategist Kelly Kautz, who unveils the impact of college websites on first-gen students. Discover groundbreaking insights from her primary research, learn about common website design issues that create barriers, and gain evidence-based strategies to improve user experience. As higher education marketers, it's time to take action and create an inclu...

College and university websites hold significant strategic value from a marketing perspective as they serve as the primary online hub for promoting an institution's brand, attracting prospective students, and engaging with various stakeholders. Join Allison and Ben Congelton (CEO & founder of Olark) as they unravel the transformative potential of web optimization and the pivotal role live chat pla...

In a fast-paced and ever-evolving higher education marketing landscape, the role of Chief Marketing Officers has become increasingly challenging. But what if there was a game-changing solution that could revolutionize their professional journey? Join us in this compelling podcast episode as we delve into the transformative power of support networks for higher education CMOs. Discover how these net...

In this episode, we delve into the importance of creating a long-term, comprehensive marketing strategy that is inclusive of all students and reflects the college's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Shelley stresses that an inclusive marketing strategy is not a quick fix, but a continuous effort to create a student experience that matches the messaging. She gives great adv...

In this episode, we dive into the world of content marketing for higher education marketing  teams. Content marketing expert and writer Melissa Fiorenza shares valuable tips for avoiding common mistakes and developing a successful strategy that engages audiences and generates leads. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your current approach, you won't want to miss this advice-pac...

In this episode, Kin and Allison explore how higher education marketers can better market to and recruit international students by prioritizing inclusive culture and authenticity. Kin sheds light on the importance of understanding international students on an individual basis, rather than assuming they all fit into one group. Whether you're an admissions officer, marketing professional, or simply...

Dr. Julie Lessiter of LSU Shreveport discusses a brave and bold initiative to leverage a niche opportunity in a super competitive market. Learn how LSU Shreveport was able to align institutional, marketing, and recruitment strategies to increase applications from new markets and audiences. If you're looking for inspiration on how to take a creative and strategic approach to higher education market...

In this episode, we sit down with the manager of Maryland Day, the University of Maryland's annual grassroots event that welcomed over 86,000 visitors to campus in 2019. Allison and Cynthia explore the impact of grassroots community events on college marketing, public relations, and brand reputation, and discuss actionable advice for higher education leaders looking to create similar events at the...

Are you struggling to build brand awareness for your institution that is not a "name brand"? Get valuable insights and strategies from a branding expert, Peter George, who has a record of helping colleges and universities overcome this challenge. Learn about the opportunities and pain points that come with this exercise in change management, and how to use your skills as a marketer to rally your c...

Unlock the power of LinkedIn for your higher education marketing strategy! In this episode, you'll learn about how to leverage and support the creators on your campus to build brand awareness for their personal brands and your university. Join us as we explore the best practices, tips, and tricks for reaching and engaging with your target audience on LinkedIn. This podcast is brought to you by Ele...

As colleges and universities face the impending enrollment cliff, it's critical for marketers to understand the challenges and act as change agents to help their institutions prepare. Lucky for us—Carrie is an expert on how to do this! Tune in to gain actionable advice and learn how marketers can leverage their skills to navigate the enrollment cliff and drive meaningful change within their instit...

Our guest for this episode is Day Kibilds, Strategy Director at Ologie.  Join Day and Allison as they explore the impact of higher education marketing on equity and access. Get actionable tips to improve your marketing strategy and make information about college more accessible. Spoiler alert: Day and Allison also give permission to do something that every higher ed marketer secretly wants to do (...

Join Allison Turcio in her debut episode as host of The Application!  In this episode, Allison is joined by Raffi DerSimonian, VP & Chief Strategy Officer at ERI. The pair explore the unique balance of leveraging AI technology like ChatGPT while still maintaining a personal, human approach to higher education marketing. They discuss the benefits of using ChatGPT for tasks such as data analysis and...

On the final episode of Season 1 of The Application, Safy and I spend this episode doing our favorite thing, talking about content strategy. While we cover many topics, and get a bit distracted at times, we mostly focus on capturing student and brand experiences to create engaging “indirect experiences” via content. In our deep dive into content we also talk about:  Zero-click content Our 3 layers...

When I heard Bill Campbell had “Chief Experience Officer” in his title, I just knew I had to talk to him about my favorite topic - student experience.  On this episode, Bill dives into his role as Chief Experience Officer at Chatham University where he is examining and shaping student experiences from the perspective of current students, retention, technology and all the things in between. The App...

I’ve spent the last 9 episodes talking to higher ed professionals across the US about the student experience. From the University of Montana and Arizona State to The Ohio State University and Siena College.  For this episode, I want to take a step back and talk about: what I mean when I say experiences why experiences are the biggest opportunity for Higher Ed and an essential strategy for the wide...

Like many in higher education, Becca wears multiple hats but my favorite part of our episode is all about the multidimensional health and wellness support her office provides students. Becca talks about the data and individuals that came together to make student experiences better through robust mental health and wellness resources and services. One focus was on the financial wellness of students...

From athletes and pregnant students to addressing sexual assault and dating violence, Title IX prohibits sex-based discrimination in any school or any other education program that receives funding from the federal government. One would assume the importance of Title IX, student conduct processes, and mediation in the student experience would mean every university has someone like Stacey Rose, but...

Netflix offers 6K+ shows and movies, TikTok has over a billion videos, and the Washington Post publishes over 1,000 stories, videos, and graphics per day. The volume of content is overwhelming which is why personalized discovery through the FYP, Netflix’s suggested shows and the Washington Post’s “what to read next” feature is essential to keep audiences engaged. Other social giants are catching o...

In this episode, Corynn and Jeremy Martin, Director of Digital + User Experience at Cincinnati, talk about “easy disqualifiers,” the power of search, and the age of discovery. Each of these elements contribute to the student digital experience and, when done correctly, can remove friction and contribute to better outcomes on your website.  The two also discuss: Campus-wide website projects & gover...

    Learn more about this episode in our show notes .  - - - - Connect With Our Host: Allison Turcio https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonturcio/ https://twitter.com/allisonturcio About The Enrollify Podcast Network: The Application with Allison Turcio is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network . If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible...