Reimagining HigherEd
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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.
Reimagining HigherEd
6d ago
One of our most-streamed episodes from 2023, dive into this captivating conversation with two remarkable leaders in education.
Our special guest host Dr Noreen Golfman, former Provost and VP Memorial University, speaks with Ann Buller C.M., former President and CEO of Centennial College. The women discuss the transformative power of education, the essence of global citizenship, and the authentic leadership that shapes our world. We are thankful to have the advice of both leaders, as members of our Academic Advisory Board.
Ann Buller, named one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women, shares he ..read more
Reimagining HigherEd
2w ago
“We’re a bit in denial as academics…or a good part of us are still wanting to deliver the same old way we used to deliver. And the audience has just moved on. The audience is really learning in a different way.”
From Mauritania to Dubai, and from IBM to higher education - join Professor Mohamed Salem Zein, President of University of Wollongong in Dubai, with host Prof Judyth Sachs, for a dynamic dialogue that explores the future of higher education from diverse global perspectives.
They discuss reimagining learning for a new generation of students who consume information differently; strategie ..read more
Reimagining HigherEd
3w ago
This week we’re resharing a top 10 episode from the 2023 archives - a brilliant conversation between Professor Harlene Hayne, Vice-Chancellor at Curtin University, and host, Professor Judyth Sachs.
Don't miss this enlightening discussion that emphasises the creation of a community of care for students and staff, and the opportunities for universities in shaping a fairer, more equitable society ..read more
Reimagining HigherEd
3w ago
In one of the most listened to episodes of 2023, Dr Tim Renick chats to Prof Sally Kift about accelerating change for student success. To all the leaders and educators who heard Tim give his keynote speech at Universities Australia yesterday, for those reading the Accord, and for leaders looking to next steps, make sure you listen to this interview for even more detail about the approach at Georgia State and via Tim's work at the NISS ..read more
Reimagining HigherEd
1M ago
“Our role as educators, needs to be to embrace the new technology. But in doing so, to educate students [on] its limitations, its risks, its social and ethical considerations."
Hear from Vice-Chancellor and President of RMIT University, Professor Alec Cameron, in conversation with host, Professor Judyth Sachs. Professor Cameron discusses his professional journey, transitioning from research into management and leadership; his views on the changes in higher education; and the challenges and opportunities brought about by AI and technology. He also shares his thoughts on the importance of creati ..read more
Reimagining HigherEd
1M ago
Join Professor Andrew Parfitt, Vice-Chancellor and President of UTS, in a compelling discussion with your host Professor Judyth Sachs - listen in as Professor Parfitt delves into his early passion for science and engineering as well as diversity and inclusion in education. The conversation explores Professor Parfitt’s aspirations for positive changes at UTS and in the sector, particularly regarding the impending Accord, including financial stability for students. Be sure to add this one to your podcast list, to hear about the imperative for universities to adapt, providing diverse and enrichin ..read more
Reimagining HigherEd
1M ago
"The future of the world depends on us actually bringing the university into the community; into all of its aspects; and into our workplaces."
Join Prof Duncan Bentley, Vice-Chancellor and President at Federation University, in conversation with Prof Judyth Sachs as they reflect on the accidental events that have shaped Duncan's ‘unorthodox’ career path.
They discuss the purpose of regional universities and responding to local contexts; integrating work and university and bringing critical thinking into the workplace; facilitating students' learning journeys beyond study; peer support as the g ..read more
Reimagining HigherEd
2M ago
"And I really essentially kind of fell in love with the power of a university, in terms of its capacity to build a nation.” Prof Jan Thomas - Vice-Chancellor at Massey University and Chair of Universities New Zealand - talks to Prof Judyth Sachs about the pull to academia from vet science; resurfacing curiosity in undergraduates; shifts in the value of universities in the Global North; and how Māori culture and te reo (language) have shaped Jan's journey ..read more
Reimagining HigherEd
2M ago
On the podcast this week, Prof Geraldine Mackenzie, Vice-Chancellor at UniSQ shares insights and reflections from her 36 years in higher education, together with Prof Judyth Sachs. They discuss pivotal moments in Geraldine's career, rediscovering creativity, engendering the joy and pleasure of learning, how UniSQ supports the unique challenges of regional students and industry, and the multi-pronged issue of instilling students with self-belief ..read more
Reimagining HigherEd
2M ago
In this special episode, Dr Ant Bagshaw, Senior Advisor at L.E.K. Consulting, joins Jack Goodman, President of FOLA and Studiosity Founder. With Ant’s new book “Higher Imagination: A Future for Universities” as a springboard, the two discuss the pursuit of joy in universities, incentives, inefficiencies, public trust, resources, and equipping students with skills that last ..read more