Ed Talks

Mastering Food for Campus Life Beyond The Dining Hall

Date & Time: Wednesday, March 5 at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, learn how food impacts key staff initiatives beyond the dining hall and how Quinsigamond Community College provides its staff with the catered meetings and events they crave without overhauling their current food service system.

Building Online Programs in the Age of AI: A Strategic Framework for Success

Date & Time: Tuesday, December 10 at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, a chief strategist will discuss core strategies in academic affairs, student support, and market insights to elevate online program quality and the essential role of AI policy in today’s academic landscape.

The Power of Food: Fueling Inclusivity, Equity, and Engagement in Campus Life

Date & Time: Wednesday, November 20 at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, an education food program specialist will discuss how higher ed leaders can leverage specialty foods at critical times and places outside their dining halls to increase student engagement in campus life, create more inclusive environments, and ensure equity among departments, on and off campus.

***All attendees will be able to access real-world case studies about Rice University and Texas A&M Athletics.

Unlocking Faculty Engagement: Strategies to Power Your Online Growth

Date & Time: Tuesday, October 8th at 2 pm ET

In this UB Ed Talk, learn how to create a holistic strategy that not only grows your online programs but also secures the full buy-in of your faculty. We will share success stories from higher ed institutions and delve into how online education can expand the reach and impact of faculty members, making online learning a valuable addition to their teaching portfolio.

Meeting Where Gen Z Is: Modernizing Student Living Experiences with the Latest Trends

Date & Time: Wednesday, September 18th at 2 pm ET

In this Ed Talk, an industry expert will highlight the smart living technologies reshaping on- and off-campus student living that Gen Z have come to expect from colleges and universities. We'll explore the growing trend towards flexible living arrangements and how these new technologies can empower institutions to create student-centric environments that foster community and innovation.

Academic Integrity in the Age of AI: Developing Effective Policies for Higher Ed

Date & Time: Tuesday, August 6th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, a strategic consultant and former higher ed leader will discuss the complexities of integrating AI into academic settings, and how to ensure that new policies align with institutional values and minimize threats to academic integrity, while emphasizing fairness, transparency, and safety. 

Motivation Science and Outreach Strategies to Close Enrollment Gaps

Date & Time: Thursday, July 11th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, a former professor of educational psychology at the University of Southern California will offer practical science-backed strategies for using digital channels to engage with, enroll, and retain more students for dual enrollment, workforce upskilling, and degree programs.   

Practical Strategies to Streamline Campus Construction and Renovation Projects

Date & Time: Thursday, June 13th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, learn some practical strategies to streamline campus construction and renovation projects both in the short- and long-term, so that institutions of any size can become nimbler, more efficient, and more proactive in their approach to these important initiatives.  

Reimagining “Doing More with Less” in the Business Office

Date & Time: Tuesday, June 18th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, a business and management expert, who’s also a university professor, will discuss how to look at “doing more with less” through a new lens, seeing it as an opportunity for innovation in the business office.

Connecting Academic and Administrative Services to Drive Student Success

Date & Time: Tuesday, June 4th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, the Assistant Vice President and Director of Student Records and Financial Services at Canisius will describe the impact of an initiative to connect and coordinate the academic advising and student financial services offices to better support students, and how the use of new technology and more intuitive staff processes has enabled these offices to help more students successfully continue their education.

Operational Efficiency in Higher Education HR: Mastering the Art of Doing More with Less

Date & Time: Thursday, May 30th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, learn how operational efficiency can transform your HR processes and save time by reducing unnecessary, manual work. We’ll discuss strategic improvements to make your institution more competitive in employee recruitment and establish a supportive work environment that encourages long-term retention. 

The Future Proof Campus: Taking A Data-Driven Approach to Facilities Investments

Date & Time: Thursday, May 23rd at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, learn more about how to gather the data needed to make wise facilities investments at any institution, how to optimize your facilities data, and how to take a data-driven approach to facilities improvements to ensure your campus is better prepared for the future.  *All attendees will be able to download the free eBook, “How to Use Asset Investment Planning for Capital Planning, Budgeting, and Asset Management.” 

Digital Content Strategies That Boost Enrollment in the Age of AI

Date & Time: Tuesday, May 21st at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, learn how generative AI is impacting higher ed admissions marketing, as viewed through the lens of web content best practices. An expert in higher ed content strategy will provide practical takeaways for using this evolving technology effectively, and will describe some recent changes to the way search engines use AI to crawl, ingest, and interpret content.  

Improving Faculty Well-Being: A 3-Level Strategy to Reduce Burnout and Increase Retention

Date & Time: Tuesday, May 14th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, two experts in faculty success, well-being, and retention will outline a practical 3-level strategy for institutional leaders at any level to create a more supportive environment for all faculty members.  

***All attendees will be provided with the results of the NCFDD’s annual faculty development survey.  

3 Strategies to Protect Your Business Office Against Fraud

Date & Time: Tuesday, April 30th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, a financial fraud and security expert will outline three actionable strategies business offices should implement now to bolster their fraud prevention efforts.  

Building Operational Excellence in Online Learning: Strategies for Higher Ed Leaders

Date & Time: Tuesday, April 9 at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, two experts in online programs will provide strategies to ensure operational excellence in any online learning program, by assessing an institution’s strengths and weaknesses, identifying key areas for improvement, and building a strategic roadmap for the future. 

3 Keys to Modernizing Your Business Office

Date & Time: Wednesday, February 28 at 2 pm ET

Attend this 20-minute UB Ed Talk with an expert in higher ed business processes to learn three practical ways to achieve greater efficiency, agility, and collaboration in the business office at your institution through modernization. 

Nourishing the Community: The Changing Role of Campus Dining

Date & Time: Tuesday, February 27 at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, industry experts will provide strategies, takeaways, and case study examples from leading colleges and universities illustrating how to use dining spaces to improve student engagement and to instill a sense of belonging by fostering a inclusive campus culture, which is valued by students more today than ever before.

Simple Strategies for Reducing the Long-Term Costs of Student Healthcare

Date & Time: Wednesday, January 24 at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, learn simple and practical approaches that higher ed leaders can take to minimize the long-term financial burden of insurance costs on their institutions, while improving students’ equity of access to quality healthcare. 

3 Ways to Ease Financial Stress for Students

Date & Time: Thursday, November 16 at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, learn the results of a new study on finances about how student needs and expectations are changing, and the steps that institutional leaders can take in three key areas to better support students at every stage of their financial journey, while improving retention, boosting engagement, and growing enrollment.

Driving Enrollment Growth Through Digital Credential Programs

Date & Time: Tuesday, November 14 at 2 pm ET

  In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, learn practical insights and strategies for any institution to quickly set up a digital credential program, while fostering a culture of continuous, lifelong learning among students and alumni, and driving enrollment growth. 

Using Behavioral Science to Improve Enrollment, Engagement, and Retention

Date & Time: Thursday, November 2 at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, a former professor of educational psychology at the University of Southern California will demystify the complex science of human behavior and provide some research-backed strategies to design communications and interactions that shift student mindsets and improve engagement.

Unlocking the Value of Intercollegiate Athletics: How It Can Support Enrollment Growth, Financial Sustainability, and Student Success

Date & Time: Wednesday, September 13 at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, Dr. Roger Drake, president of Central Methodist University, and Jim Carr, president and CEO of NAIA, will discuss the increasing value of athletics, and outline some practical insights for unlocking its potential to support enrollment, student success, and financial sustainability.