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The Best Graduation Speech of 2024 Is Absolutely Obvious, and It All Comes Down to Just 1 Word. A rainy day and an abbreviated speech, but some very useful lessons were shared. Robert Hale Jr.'s address to the graduates of the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth was truly memorable. He gave $1,000 in cash to each graduate, with $500 for them to keep and $500 to give away to someone in need. Certainly, giving money to graduates is a sure way to win hearts. However, the speech was more than just a generous gesture. From humble beginnings of washing dishes to becoming a dot-com billionaire, Hale shared his journey of success, failure, and redemption. It's a powerful story of resilience and giving back to the community. Watch the video at the bottom of the article to witness Hale's inspiring message unfold. It's a reminder that success is not just about personal achievements but also about lifting others up. Kudos to Robert Hale Jr. for an impactful and memorable graduation speech. https://lnkd.in/ezuMgb_N (skip video to 2:25)

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #272, brought to YOU by Jenzabar's Annual Meeting (JAM 2024), YOUR guest is Dr. Waded Cruzado, President, Montana State University-Bozeman, YOUR cohost is Dr. Bruce C. Kusch, Ph.D., President of Ensign College , YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio, EdD How has Dr. Cruzado's commitment to the land-grant mission shaped her leadership at Montana State University over her 14-year tenure as president? What strategies has Montana State employed to promote access & student success while growing its research profile as a Carnegie R1 university? How is Montana State integrating undergraduate research experiences & industry-aligned micro-credentials into its degree pathways to provide hands-on learning & workforce readiness? Through initiatives like the Hilleman Scholars Program, how is Dr. Cruzado working to expand college access & success for promising students who may not see themselves as "college material"? What lessons can other higher ed leaders learn from Dr. Cruzado's experience leading Montana State through challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic & avoiding the enrollment declines & budget cuts facing many other institutions? What does Dr. Cruzado see as the biggest opportunities & challenges for the future of higher education, especially around communicating the value proposition of a college degree in an era of technological disruption? #EdUp here: https://lnkd.in/eJq5gP2Z We make education YOUR business!

We heard several promising and actionable student success recommendations from these leaders at the closing plenary, including: ✔ Focus on the mission ✔ Engage your stakeholders ✔ Disaggregate the data ✔ Be courageous to make changes (even if surrounded by "CAVE People" Citizens Against Virtually Everything) ✔ Demonstrate the ROI with post-graduation outcomes #MSCHE2023 👏🏽

In Honor of Graduation: Exploring the Symbolism of Our College Gonfalon🧡💜 As we approach graduation season, the Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship is proud to unveil the symbolism behind our distinguished gonfalon. Symbol of Collaboration and Authority: Our gonfalon features the two-headed eagle, symbolizing power, authority, and collaboration. Both heads facing north represent our commitment to innovation, forward-thinking, and collective success. Cultivating Wealth of Knowledge: Wheat adorns our banner, signifying wealth and abundance, reflecting the richness of knowledge cultivated within our academic programs. Colors of Significance: Rust: Representing the dynamic field of economics, rust embodies the ever-evolving landscape of commerce and industry. Brown: Symbolic of the foundational principles of business, brown underscores the resilience essential for entrepreneurial endeavors. Purple: Signifying leadership, purple inspires us to navigate challenges with wisdom and grace. Unity in Diversity: While unique in symbolism, our gonfalon aligns with others in a shared commitment to excellence and unity. The swoop at the bottom, mirroring the border of Texas, reminds us of our geographical reach—from Rio Grande City to South Padre Island. As we prepare to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates, let us reflect on the significance of these symbols of academic excellence and unity. May they continue to inspire and guide us as we embark on new journeys beyond graduation day!

In our latest blog, second-year Fellow Juan shares how and why he chose to apply to his host organization, Breakthrough Greater Boston. "[Breakthrough's] devotion to long-term support for students, focusing on low-income students of color in sixth grade through college, is something that I wish I had growing up." Read the rest of Juan's blog:

Higher Education is facing headwinds like never before. If you are heading to the Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) Annual Conference in Philly in July, please stop by our session to hear our panelists discuss this timely topic! #gensler #purposeofcampus

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On a new episode of Future U, Len Cassuto, author of "The New PhD: How to Build a Better Graduate Education," delved into the complexities of graduate education and the inherent resistance to change within academia. Cassuto's insights challenge us to reconsider our perceptions of the academic job market and the purpose of graduate education. The reality that the golden era of guaranteed academic positions post-PhD was an exception rather than a rule is crucial for current and future graduate students, as well as academic institutions, to grasp. As we navigate the current landscape, the need for adaptability and openness to new models of graduate education and career paths beyond academia becomes increasingly clear. Cassuto's call to action is not just a reflection on past trends but a push towards a more dynamic and realistic approach to academic careers. This episode is made with support from Ascendium's Education Philanthropy and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. #HigherEd #HigherEducation

Here's a #BehindTheScenes look at our upcoming Cornell Report! Craig Allin one of 5 emeriti professors we interviewed for a feature on their lives after Cornell. Watch for the story in the spring Cornell Report coming in April! #CornellCollege #CornellReport