In the 32nd episode of Who Are You?, Marie Hardin, Quinnipiac University’s 10th President, shares:
🎓Her journey as a first-generation college student to becoming a university president
🐾What drew her to Quinnipiac and why NOW is exciting time to be a part of Bobcat Nation
👟How her personal passions as a runner, reader, explorer, and overall curious person help her lead
Related to this episode:
Dr. Marie Hardin, Quinnipiac Presidential Page
Quinnipiac University
Host: Joel Vanner
Guest: Marie Hardin
Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Who is Marie Hardin?
01:18 What passions and experiences Marie had have growing up that helped shape her career path
03:11 Marie's college experience and career path to Quinnipiac
04:40 What drew Marie to Quinnipiac
07:20 When Marie decided that she wanted to take the next step to become a university president
09:45 What is Quinnipiac's most unique strength?
11:03 Recommendation for first-year students
13:25 Importance of being curious rather than judgmental
14:30 Why is now a great time for Quinnipiac alumni to get involved/ stay involved with Bobcat Nation
16:50 What are the headwinds in higher education and what effect does it have on Quinnipiac?
19:23 How can alumni help fight against the headwinds in higher education
22:17 What Marie hopes her legacy will be as president of Quinnipiac when she is done
