Web Seminars – UB Ed Talks – Podcasts
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.
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 University Business Podcast: How to work together to adapt to new realities
Public university systems are fighting to stay relevant in the public eye. Can James Johnsen's new book help its leaders prove their value?
Leveraging Energy Savings Performance Contracting for Sustainable Campus Revitalization
Date & Time: Monday, December 16 at 2 p.m. ET
Join Laura Carpenter from the Department of Energy's State and Community Energy Programs and Mike Hines, Director of Education Initiatives at Trane, for an insightful 30-minute Ed Talk on the transformative potential of Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) as a strategic tool for revitalizing aging campus infrastructure.
Join Laura Carpenter from the Department of Energy's State and Community Energy Programs and Mike Hines, Director of Education Initiatives at Trane, for an insightful 30-minute Ed Talk on the transformative potential of Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) as a strategic tool for revitalizing aging campus infrastructure.
Cybersecurity for Higher Education in the Age of AI: Activating Your Defender’s Advantage
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 3 at 2 p.m. ET
In this webinar, experts will discuss the key findings of the 2024 Defender’s Advantage ebook, a detailed framework that can help higher ed institutions make the most of their home-field advantage. Learn practical strategies for implementing AI-powered solutions, strengthening identity and access management, fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness, and gaining a better understanding of your infrastructure than anyone else.
***Attendees will be able to safely download “the Defender's Advantage” ebook.
In this webinar, experts will discuss the key findings of the 2024 Defender’s Advantage ebook, a detailed framework that can help higher ed institutions make the most of their home-field advantage. Learn practical strategies for implementing AI-powered solutions, strengthening identity and access management, fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness, and gaining a better understanding of your infrastructure than anyone else.
***Attendees will be able to safely download “the Defender's Advantage” ebook.
The Next-Gen Campus: Preparing for the New Wave of Tech Integrations
Date & Time: Thursday, November 21 at 2 p.m. ET
In this strategic webinar, an education technology expert will help senior administrators and facilities leaders better evaluate and prepare for the next wave of campus technology integration. Extract valuable insights from past implementations to inform your decisions as you begin looking at the innovations that will transform campus life and learning in the coming decade.
In this strategic webinar, an education technology expert will help senior administrators and facilities leaders better evaluate and prepare for the next wave of campus technology integration. Extract valuable insights from past implementations to inform your decisions as you begin looking at the innovations that will transform campus life and learning in the coming decade.
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.
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.
The University Business Podcast: Why HSIs play a vital role for the U.S. economy
Dr. Antonio Flores, president of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, details how Hispanic Serving Institutions will best serve a U.S. labor workforce projected to be one-fifth Hispanic by 2030.
[PODCAST] The Future Role of Higher Ed Libraries: Study Results on Student, Alumni & Family Needs
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 16 at 12pm ET
In this podcast, furniture manufacturer KI commissioned StudioFynn to undertake an extensive national research study. The research details the evolving purpose and mission of educational institutions and their library spaces driven primarily by the changing needs and experiences of students, educators, and alumni.
In this podcast, furniture manufacturer KI commissioned StudioFynn to undertake an extensive national research study. The research details the evolving purpose and mission of educational institutions and their library spaces driven primarily by the changing needs and experiences of students, educators, and alumni.
From Acceptance to Arrival: Practical Strategies to Address Summer Melt in Higher Education
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 23rd at 2 pm ET
In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, leaders from California College of the Arts (CCA) delve into the trends they've observed with summer melt and their practical initiatives that any campus can emulate to mitigate this challenge, including forming a task force that connects academic and administrative leaders in addition to analyzing key indicators along the student enrollment journey.
In this 20-minute UB Ed Talk, leaders from California College of the Arts (CCA) delve into the trends they've observed with summer melt and their practical initiatives that any campus can emulate to mitigate this challenge, including forming a task force that connects academic and administrative leaders in addition to analyzing key indicators along the student enrollment journey.
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.
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.

