With 17 years of insider experience, I specialize in enhancing university operations and strategic planning through innovative, data-driven solutions. Receive succinct, powerful insights on using analytics and artificial intelligence to streamline operations, increase ROI, and make informed strategic decisions. Ideal for C-suite aiming to do more with less and navigate the complexities of modern higher education.
Counterintuitive Insights & Data Visualizations from 'The Agile College': Dual Enrollments, Demographic Shifts and More
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Hi there Reader, Fall is coming, my friend! I spent some time studying Nathan Grawe's "The Agile College" massive data sets. A few counterintuitive takeaways (accompanying data visualizations below).
Innovation Amidst Uncertainty: More Insights from Dr. Rachelle Keck Dr. Rachelle Keck, President of Grand View University, offers a compelling perspective on navigating the complexities of higher education leadership. Emphasizing the need for agility and transparency, Dr. Keck highlights the importance of embracing innovation while balancing the inherent pace of academia. Her strategic approach focuses on accelerating market responsiveness and fostering collaboration, ensuring that institutions not only adapt but thrive in an ever-evolving educational landscape. Meta AI: Heating Up the Battle for AI (Downstream consequences for Higher Ed) Meta AI is stepping up its game with expanded multilingual support, advanced creative tools, and a new powerhouse model, Llama 405B, designed for tackling complex problems in math, coding, and more. As AI’s capabilities grow, the potential to transform both the student experience and institutional efficiency becomes increasingly tangible. I'm curious, Reader: If you could wave a magic wand and fix anything at your institution, what would it be? Stay Awesome, Stay Agile, -Mike O’Connor O'Connor & Associates |
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With 17 years of insider experience, I specialize in enhancing university operations and strategic planning through innovative, data-driven solutions. Receive succinct, powerful insights on using analytics and artificial intelligence to streamline operations, increase ROI, and make informed strategic decisions. Ideal for C-suite aiming to do more with less and navigate the complexities of modern higher education.
Hi there Reader, In this edition, we dive deep into some of the most pressing trends and thought leadership both within - and outside - of the Academy... Exclusive Interview with Mike Davis, President of Fairmont State UniversityNavigating Challenges, Building Opportunity Mike Davis, President of Fairmont State University, shares his journey from first-generation college student to university leader and the unique challenges facing institutions like Fairmont. Davis emphasizes the need for...
Hi there Reader, Happy Fall, my friend... A few insights at the fringes of the Academy. Sara Howard on Agile Leadership in Higher Ed Sara Howard, Chief of Staff at Tally, offers critical insights into driving change in complex environments. Agility in Higher Ed: By blending design thinking with Scrum Agile, Sara has successfully shortened the timeline for institutional change, turning years into months. Crisis Leadership: Her experience during the pandemic and after George Floyd’s murder...
Hi there Reader, I hope opening went as well as possible... Per usual, I'm writing with a few updates at the fringes of the academy... Balancing Operational Costs with Excellence: Insights from Michael Avaltroni In my recent conversation with Michael Avaltroni, President of Fairleigh Dickinson University, we dove deep into the complex balancing act of managing operational costs while delivering top-notch educational experiences. Michael shared how institutions must navigate the push and pull...