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Campus by Times Higher EducationCampus podcast: The tricky relationship between assessment and learningAssessment is a cornerstone of most modern education systems, and yet is it strictly necessary? If it is, what purpose should it serve and, thus, how should it be designed and delivered?
In seeking to answer these questions, we put assessment under examination. In this podcast episode, the nature of institutionalised education, how assessment can better serve learning, the impact of grading, and compliance all come under scrutiny.
We speak to:
Susan D. Blum is a professor of anthropology at the University of Notre Dame. An award-winning author and educator, she has written...2025-03-201h 22
EdUp Accreditation Insights20. Navigating New Frontiers in Accreditation: Insights from Catherine WehlburgIn this episode, we're delighted to haveCatherine Wehlburg, President of Athens University in Alabama, an esteemed accreditation figure, join us again. Recently, Catherine attended the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) conference, and she's here to share her valuable insights and reflections. We'll also discuss her latest activities in accreditation and address any emerging challenges she sees on the horizon.Topics Discussed Presidential takeaways from the recentCHEA conferenceThe value of attending the CHEAconferenceHow Athens States is navigating the higher ed landscapeAccrediting bodies adapting t...2025-03-0429 min
Higher Ed Leaders: The Entrepreneurial Campus sponsored by Viv Higher EducationSEASON 2, Ep. 1 Redefining Education: An Interview with Catherine Whelburg, President of Athens State UniversityCatherine, president of Athens State University, reflects on her 30-year journey in higher education, moving from faculty roles to administration and eventually the presidency. Her early passion for assessment and its impact on teaching and learning guided her career. After positions at Stevens College and TCU, she joined Athens State as provost before stepping into her current role.Athens State, an upper-division institution for transfer and adult learners, focuses on aligning academic programs with workforce demands, particularly in high-growth regions like Huntsville, Alabama. Catherine navigates challenges such as balancing workforce alignment with a liberal arts foundation and...2025-01-2123 min
The EdUp Experience943: Stackable, Packable, Trackable - with Dr. Catherine M. Wehlburg, President, Athens State UniversityIt’s YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #943, President Series #296, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Catherine M. Wehlburg, President, Athens State University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Athens State University serving upper-division & adult learners?
What strategies is Catherine employing to assess prior learning & offer flexible degree options?
How is Athens State balancing workforce needs with providing a well-rounded education?
What unique challenges & opportunities come with leading an upper-division institution in 2024?
How is Catherine fostering a culture of innovation & strategic planning at Athens State?
Listen in to #EdUp!2024-08-2737 min
EdUp Accreditation Insights9. Insights from the Helm of Higher EducationIn this episode, we explore the intricacies of the accreditation process, the significance of evaluating student learning outcomes, and the evolving landscape of higher education. I am your host, Dr. Shanderson, and with us, this episode is Dr. Catherine Wehlburg, the esteemed President of Athens University. Dr. Wehlburg, an accomplished author of “The Courage to Learn: Honoring the Complexity of Learning for Educators and Students,” brings a wealth of experience from her tenure as former president of the Association for the Assessment of Learning in Higher Education (AALHE). Join us as we gain valuable insights from a leading expert.
To...2024-03-1938 min
PedagogoEffectively Managing ChangeWith the challenges posed by COVID-19, the many socio-economic issues that are impacting education, and the advent of technology as an essential element of education, managing change has become increasingly important. Join host Dr. Divya Bheda and her guest, Dr. Catherine Wehlburg, Athens State University Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, as they share insights and advice for becoming an effective change agent at your institution.Learn about:understanding organizational culture, tradition, and mission to prioritize initiativesbuilding relationships across the institution to co-create changeestablishing ongoing scenario-planning conversations to anticipate changeidentifying...2021-09-1455 min