Reimagining HigherEd
Higher Education leaders from around the world share their personal stories from within the sector - reflecting on improvements to teaching and learning and the student experience, while candidly discussing what still needs to come. With your hosts Prof Judyth Sachs, Sir Eric Thomas, Dr Noreen Golfman, and Prof Petra Wend.
Episodes
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Join Dr. David Barnard, President Emeritus and former VC and President at University of Manitoba, in discussion with Dr. Noreen Golfman, as they dive into David's rich experience in higher education - from being first in family to go to university, to never quite leaving.
Dr. Barnard shares what it was like to be among the first Computer Science Graduates; his love for poetry and the poem he introduced to many colleagues while in leadership; the journey to connecting and learning from Indigenous leaders, friends, and communities; and observations on a subtle shift in why students choose to study.
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Dr. Gillian Siddall, President and Vice-Chancellor, Lakehead University
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Dr. Gillian Siddall, President and Vice-Chancellor at Lakehead University, sits down with Dr. Noreen Golfman for a candid conversation centred on community, creativity, and optimism.
They discuss the evolving post-secondary landscape - technology, student wellbeing, the liberal arts, and financial sustainability - and reflect on the value of creating opportunities for students to think critically and engage with their learning. Dr. Siddall brings along an original Beatles album, representative of a pivotal moment in her own journey, and speaks directly to students about the importance of pursuing a discipline they love.
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Dr. Joy Johnson, President and Vice Chancellor, Simon Fraser University
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
“We as educators have a lot to learn from them, and by more directly engaging them and involving them in some co-learning capacity, we will benefit, and the classroom environment will benefit, and learning will benefit.”
Join Dr. Joy Johnson, President and VC at Simon Fraser University, in conversation with Dr. Noreen Golfman, as they reflect on personal experiences in academia and the evolving challenges faced by university leaders.
Together they discuss the role of dialogue and productive disagreement in education; recognizing individual skills and capacities for authentic leadership; listening to students and embracing AI technology for better learning environments; and Joy’s advice to aspiring leaders - in particular future female leaders.
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
Prof Khaled Assaleh, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Ajman University
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
Prof Khaled Assaleh joins Prof Judyth Sachs for an engaging dive into his journey across academia, industry, and HE leadership - all sparked by an early interest in electronics.
Prof Assaleh speaks about his experience as an international student, and the importance of formal and informal support systems; the value of industry experience and how it's informed his teaching; whether traditional degrees are adequately preparing today's graduates; and how Ajman University is responding to key disruptions in higher education. Enjoy this new episode, with the second leader from a UAE university we've had on the podcast.
Friday Jun 28, 2024
LIVE recording: AI & Academic Integrity - a Students First Symposium
Friday Jun 28, 2024
Friday Jun 28, 2024
Artificial intelligence is top of mind as new developments encourage daily use and integration into everyday life. How will post-secondary institutions forge a path to protect and grow academic integrity while finding ways to integrate the best of AI into teaching and learning environments?
Featuring Canadian and US experts and leaders, this session discusses AI’s impact on post-secondary education and the student experience, as well as what the future holds for higher education, academic integrity, and AI.
Your panelists:
Dr. Simon Bates, Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President (Teaching and Learning), The University of British Columbia
Dr. Tricia Bertram Gallant, Director, Academic Integrity Office & Triton Testing Center, UC San Diego
Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes, President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
The discussion moderated by Dr. Noreen Golfman, Academic Advisory Board Member with Studiosity Canada, and Former Provost and Vice-President Academic at Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador.
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Dr. Jeff Keshen, President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Regina
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Join Dr. Jeff Keshen, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Regina, together with Dr. Noreen Golfman, as they delve into the complexities of academic leadership and the challenges faced in higher education. From personal growth and collaboration, to making history come alive for students and community outreach programs, discover valuable insights from this insightful conversation between the two renowned academic administrators.
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Professor Helen Bartlett, President and VC, University of the Sunshine Coast
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Gain valuable insights from Professor Helen Bartlett, esteemed President and VC at the University of the Sunshine Coast, as she sits down with Professor Judyth Sachs. In this episode - new cultures and environments have played a pivotal role in shaping Prof Bartlett’s expertise and fostering innovation in her life as an educator. Discover the essence of the PhD supervision role, the groundbreaking establishment of Australia's first nursing degrees, and scaffolding the learning experience for every student.
Thursday May 30, 2024
Professor Pascale Quester, VC and President, Swinburne University of Technology
Thursday May 30, 2024
Thursday May 30, 2024
Professor Pascale Quester, VC and President of Swinburne University of Technology, sits down with Professor Judyth Sachs, to discuss her alternative education at the Grand école; what she learnt teaching French to Americans in the Department of Romance Languages; authentic assessment to build resilient students; and the new role of educators as coaches of learning and curators of experiences.
Thursday May 09, 2024
LIVE recording: Integrity in the Age of AI - a Students First Symposium
Thursday May 09, 2024
Thursday May 09, 2024
Panel discussion held on 8th May 2024, 9:00 am AESTHow can the sector keep academic integrity, human experience, and learning at the heart of the student experience?This discussion explored the current challenges and opportunities facing the sector, how institutions are addressing these, and what factors need to be considered to uphold academic integrity on both an institutional and individual basis.
Your panel:
Prof Jennie Shaw, Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic), the University of Adelaide
A/Prof Jason Lodge, Deputy Associate Dean (Academic) & Associate Professor of Educational Psychology, The University of Queensland
Dr Helen Gniel, Director, Higher Education Integrity Unit, Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA)
Chair: Prof Judyth Sachs, Chief Academic Officer Studiosity, former PVC Learning and Teaching at The University of Sydney, Deputy Vice Chancellor and Provost at Macquarie University.
Thursday May 02, 2024
Professor Renée Leon, VC and President, Charles Sturt University
Thursday May 02, 2024
Thursday May 02, 2024
Professor Renée Leon, Vice-Chancellor and President of Charles Sturt University, and Professor Judyth Sachs explore the parallels between universities and public service, and where higher education can learn from government. Renée shares insights from her first six months in role, why multidisciplinarity is the answer to complex problems, shared direction as key to a journey of change, and the one thing she would change for students to give them an experience reminiscent of her own.
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Listen in, as we reimagine higher education
Leaders and teachers around the world share their personal and professional stories from within the sector - reflecting on progress in teaching and learning and the student experience, and candidly discussing what needs to come. With your hosts, and Studiosity Academic Advisory Board Members, Prof Judyth Sachs, Sir Eric Thomas, Dr Noreen Golfman, and Prof Petra Wend.