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EdUp PCO

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Frequency: 1 episode/10d. Total Eps: 56

Higher education is in a state of rapid transformation—needing to respond in creative and innovative ways to the realities of a fast-changing labour market. At the vanguard of this transformation are Professional, Continuing & Online Education (PCO) units. EdUp PCO shines a light on this critical sector. Host Amrit Ahluwalia, Executive Director of Continuing Studies at Western University, will interview leaders across the postsecondary space exploring how PCO Units can play a role in helping their respective colleges and universities stay agile, responsive and proactive.

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16. Rich Novak (Rutgers): How a People-First Culture Drives PCO Growth

Season 1 · Episode 16

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 • Duration 37:08

It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Rich Novak, Vice President for Continuing Studies and Distance Education at Rutgers University.

YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia⁠⁠, Executive Director of Continuing Studies at Western University in London, Ontario, Canada
Some key questions we tackle:

What key characteristics unite all PCO units
How PCO leaders build a culture of agility and innovation in an often change-averse environment
What it takes to ensure teams are empowered to be truly customer-centric

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We make education YOUR business!

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15. Ram Konduru (Carnegie Mellon University): How to Balance Internal & External Expertise to Create Community Impact

Season 1 · Episode 15

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 • Duration 28:01

It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Ram Konduru, Director of Executive and Professional Education in the School of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University

YOUR host is ⁠⁠Amrit Ahluwalia⁠⁠, Executive Director of Continuing Studies at Western University
Some key questions we tackle:

Why was it a priority to create alternative pathways for people without traditional postsecondary credentials to access tech jobs?
How do the university and the partner balance responsibilities in the management and delivery of the bootcamp program?
What does it take to stand out in the competitive and crowded bootcamp market?

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We make education YOUR business!

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6. Tom Cavanagh (UCF) and Jocelyn Widmer (LANL): How Chief Online Learning Officers Build for the Future

Season 1 · Episode 6

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 • Duration 28:09

It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO

In this episode,

YOUR guests are

Jocelyn Widmer, Dean for Weapons Learning Transformation at the Los Alamos National Laboratory

Tom Cavanagh, Vice Provost for Digital Learning at the University of Central Florida

YOUR host is ⁠Amrit Ahluwalia⁠

Some key questions we tackle:

Why has the Chief Online Learning Officer role become so important for universities?
As a relatively new position, what does it take for COLOs to get up to speed on their roles within the institution?
What are some of the most common challenges COLOs face
Why is a Guidebook for new COLOs so important?

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We make education YOUR business!

5. Peter DeVries (Modern Campus): How to Avoid Shiny Object Syndrome and Define a Clear Direction

Season 1 · Episode 5

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 • Duration 24:29

It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO

In this episode,

YOUR guest is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Peter DeVries | Chief Executive Officer, Modern Campus

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠Amrit Ahluwalia⁠⁠⁠

As an employer, how do you think about formal learning for staff upskilling and reskilling?

What trends have most significantly shaped the higher ed industry over the past decade?

How well equipped are PCO Units to play their new roles in supporting institutional growth?

How can PCO leaders ensure they’re making strategic decisions and not chasing “shiny objects”?

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4. Rod Lastra (University of Manitoba): The Evolving Role of PCO in Town-Gown Relations

Season 1 · Episode 4

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 • Duration 41:28

It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO

In this episode,

YOUR guest is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rod Lastra, 23-24 President, Canadian Association for University Continuing Education

YOUR host is ⁠⁠Amrit Ahluwalia⁠⁠

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We make education YOUR business!

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3. Ed Abeyta (UC San Diego): How to Drive Innovation Through Professional, Continuing & Online Education Units

Season 1 · Episode 3

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 • Duration 25:21

It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO

In this episode,

YOUR guest is ⁠Ed Abeyta, Associate Dean for Education & Community Outreach in the Division of Extended Studies, UC San Diego

YOUR host is ⁠Amrit Ahluwalia⁠

Why are PCO Units so adept at driving innovative change?

How can PCO Units and Main Campus offices work more closely together?

What does it take to maintain a productive partnership with a PCO Unit?

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We make education YOUR business!

2. Sheila LeBlanc (University of Calgary): How to Diversify Your Credential Framework

Season 1 · Episode 2

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 • Duration 28:13

It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO

In this episode,

YOUR guest is ⁠Sheila LeBlanc, Associate Vice President for Continuing Education, University of Calgary

YOUR host is ⁠Amrit Ahluwalia⁠

How does a credential framework avoid the “Wild West” effect for alternative credentials?

How can a clear credential framework drive programmatic innovation and transformation?

Why should PCO Leaders play a leading role in developing an institutional credential framework?

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1. Krissy Collins (UC Irvine): How to Drive Transformation with a Clear Strategic Vision

Season 1 · Episode 1

Sunday, April 21, 2024 • Duration 30:55

It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Krissy Collins, Dean of the Division of Continuing Education, UC Irvine

YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia

What’s the point of a strategic plan?

How do you build a strategic plan that’s both actionable and agile?

How important is a strategic plan to keeping leaders grounded?

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We make education YOUR business!

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14. Nancy Coleman (Harvard): How to Balance Brand & Access at the Most Prestigious Institutions

Season 1 · Episode 14

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 • Duration 24:19

It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Nancy Coleman, Dean of Continuing Studies and Extension at Harvard University

YOUR host is ⁠⁠Amrit Ahluwalia⁠⁠
Some key questions we tackle:

What common characteristics do CE divisions share in terms of mission and focus?
How does the role of a CE division at a top research institution differ from those at state schools or community colleges?
How can CE leaders at prestigious institutions maintain brand reputation while increasing accessibility and collaboration within the university?

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13. Jack Rice (St. FX): How to Balance Prestige and Innovation for PCO at Elite Traditional Universities

Season 1 · Episode 13

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 • Duration 29:22

It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Jack Rice, Director of Online Learning, Graduate and Professional Studies at St Francis Xavier University

YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia⁠⁠, Executive Director of Continuing Studies at Western University in London, Ontario, Canada

Some key questions we tackle:

What are the key differences between higher ed in Canada and the US? How do you reflect the brand of an elite traditional university while developing innovative programming for non-traditional audiences?
What key trends are shaping the future of university education in Canada?

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