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EdUp InsightsEpisode 10 - Ed Up Insights "Author Insights" ft. Elliot FelixElliot Felix is a leading voice in higher education strategy, widely recognized as an author, speaker, and consultant who has worked with more than a hundred colleges and universities to improve student success. With a background in design, Felix focuses on creating “connected colleges” by reimagining spaces, services, and technology to foster belonging and streamline the student experience. He founded Brightspot Strategy in 2011, which was later acquired by Buro Happold in 2020, where he now leads the higher education advisory practice. Over two decades, his work has impacted over one million students and earned him speaking engagements at major conferences like...
2025-12-2242 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaPrototyping Better Leadership with Elliot Felix“If you’re not listening to your customers, to your students, to your users, then you run the risk of using generic best practices that work in situation X, but might totally face plant in situation Y." - Elliot FelixIs the future of higher education about piling on more programs, services, and systems, or about focusing on what truly helps students succeed? And how often do colleges and universities leap to solutions before asking what students actually need?In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I sit down with...
2025-09-2448 min
Trending In Ed with Mike PalmerThe Connected College with Author Elliot FelixOn this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer is joined by Elliot Felix, a returning guest, to discuss his new book, The Connected College: Leadership Strategies for Student Success. The book, releasing July 22nd, focuses on how higher education can become more agile, connected, and break down silos.
Elliot Felix shares his mission of student success, drawing on his experience consulting with over 120 colleges and universities to improve student experiences through transformations in physical spaces, support services, and technology systems. He explains that his new book aims to provide an evidence-based playbook for higher education professionals...
2025-07-2239 min
Parents: Is Your Teen College Ready?Designing Your College Journey: Admission Assistance & Success Tips with Shellee Howard and Elliot FelixIn this insightful conversation between Shelley Howard and Elliot Felix, Felix—shares valuable guidance on preparing students not just to enter college but to thrive throughout their college journey and beyond. He emphasizes the importance of community, support systems, and aligning coursework with career goals to maximize the college experience. Elliot breaks down complex academic research into practical strategies, such as setting process-based goals and finding mentors, which significantly improve student outcomes. He candidly addresses the evolving value of college in today’s economic landscape, highlighting that success is not guaranteed but can be increased by purposeful engagement and prep...
2025-05-2122 min
EdUp Smart SpaceEpisode 11 - Designing the Connected College - A Conversation with Elliot FelixIn this episode, Craig Park and Elliot Felix explore strategies for enhancing student experiences, the importance of design in creating connected colleges, and the role of technology in supporting student success. Elliot shares insights from his extensive work with over 100 colleges and universities, emphasizing the need for collaboration, equity, and innovative design in higher education. The conversation also touches on the future of campus planning, hybrid learning spaces, and the importance of fostering a sense of belonging among students.For more information, visit www.burohappold.com or www.elliotfelix.com
2025-05-1430 min
This Week In College Viability (TWICV)Elliot Felix - The Connected College - Leadership Strategies for Student SuccessElliot Felix joined me to chat about his new book: The Connected College: Leadership Strategies for Student SucessSome of the highlights from our interview:1. "differentiation is destiny"2. Sharing resources across many colleges3. The challenges and opportunities of academic program reviews4. Breakthrough partnershipsand more . . . .From the book intro:Instead of silos and separations, we need colleges and universities where all students feel a sense of belonging, courses lead to rewarding careers, students have the support to succeed, and everyone works together to make this happen.Th...
2025-05-0525 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixThe Connected College Audiobook Preview!Instead of silos and separations, we need colleges and universities where all students feel a sense of belonging, courses lead to rewarding careers, students have the support to succeed, and everyone works together to make this happen, To learn how, listen to the introduction to The Connected College in this free preview of the audiobook. It's an encouraging, evidenced-based playbook for busting silos so that students succeed.
2025-04-2533 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixBonus Episode: The Connected College KeynoteWhat are the big ideas in The Connected College? What are the barriers to collaboration for student success and how do you get over or around them? I recently had the chance to give a keynote talk at the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities where I answered these questions and more. I talked about strategy, structure, and culture as barriers and went through case studies on how to address each while responding to trends reshaping higher ed.
2025-04-2238 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixShaun Carver on Bringing People Together for a Better WorldHow can you bring people from different countries and cultures together to create a better world? What are the evidence-based practices to promote interaction, strengthen communities, and take risks? How can you improve empathy, understanding, and communication? We dive into these questions with Shaun Carver, Executive Director of International House at the University of California Berkeley.
2025-04-1531 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixJoe Sallustio on Data and Analytics for Student SuccessHow do you define student success? What role can technology play in student success? What data do you need to understand the student journey and make better decisions? What can colleges and universities learn from other industries? We discuss these questions and more with Joe Sallustio, VP of Industry Engagement at Ellucian and Host of the EdUp Experience podcast.
2025-04-1231 min
College and Career ClarityHow to Identify Student-Centered Colleges: Key Insights with Elliot FelixIn this episode, Lisa and Elliot discuss:How to identify truly student-centered colleges beyond marketing claimsThe impact of well-connected campus services on student successWhy experiential learning is essential for career readinessThe hidden challenges of higher education that students and families should knowKey Takeaways: Colleges with one-stop shops simplify administrative challenges by consolidating financial aid, registration, and advising services into a single location, reducing confusion and delays for students.Libraries that function as academic support hubs provide students with integrated resources like writing centers, tutoring, research support, and maker spaces, ensuring easy access t...
2025-04-0134 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixTerry Brown on Redesigning Policies and Processes for Student SuccessWho are your students, what are their needs, and how are they changing? How can you redesign your policies and processes to increase students success at scale? We dive into these questions with Terry Brown, VP of Academic Innovation at AASCU, the American Association of State Colleges and Universities.
2025-03-3128 min
Get Down to College BusinessAchieving ROI through Collaboration Tactics with Elliot FelixSarah Holtan, PhD chats with Elliot Felix, who is a Student Success Author, Speaker, and Consultant, about breaking down the silos in higher education to truly support students. Discover practical ways to shift from fragmented efforts to intentional collaboration for better student outcomes.Elliot shares a transformative example from the University of Rochester, where the Innovation Zone became a hub for student-driven projects. By focusing on connectivity across different campus departments, 35,000 students have since gained crucial skills and made significant community impacts.Ever thought about how your institution could foster deeper collaboration without getting lost...
2025-03-2531 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixMelissa Erazik on Listening to Students to Inform Decision-MakingHow can you capture students' voices? What are the success stories that spark change? How can you act on this information and inspiration? We discuss these questions with Melissa Ezarik, Editor at Inside Higher Ed leading their Student Voice surveys and Student Success News Hub.
2025-03-2426 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixDrumm McNaughton on Boards Balancing Oversight, Insight & ForesightWhat are the forces changing how college and university boards work? What does good governance in higher education look like? How can boards effectively balance oversight, insight, and foresight? We dive into these questions with board governance consultant and host of the Changing Higher Ed Podcast, Drumm McNaughton, sharing insights and examples.
2025-03-1129 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixKaren Weaver on Changes to College Athletics and Student Athlete SuccessWhat are the forces reshaping college athletics? How can institutions respond? How can they better support student athletes to enable their success? We discuss these questions and more with professor and podcast host Karen Weaver from the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education and the "Trustees and Presidents: A Podcast for University Leaders On College Athletics."
2025-02-2523 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixTom Ellett on How Continuous Feedback Improves Student ExperienceHow can you build a culture the that thrives on feedback? What advisory boards should you consider to regularly hear from students, parents, counselors, and employers? How can you move beyond listening to co-creating that builds ownership? We dive into these questions with Tom Ellett, Chief Experience Officer (CXO) at Quinnipiac University.
2025-02-0326 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixSukhwant Jhaj on How Design Creates Hope and Inspires ChangeHow can design inspire change? What are the tools and techiques of design that college and university leaders can use to increase student success? How can this help instiutions shift from an access mindset to a success mindset? We dive into these questions with Sukhwant Jhaj, VP of Academic Innovation and Dean, University, at Arizona State University.
2025-01-2735 min
On Campus - with CITI ProgramThe Engaged University: A Conversation with Elliot Felix - On Campus PodcastWelcome to season 3 of On Campus! This season, we're diving into the engaged university, exploring how campuses create meaningful connections—between students, faculty, alumni, and the community. In this kickoff episode, we sit down with Elliot Felix, author of How to Get the Most Out of College and host of The Connected College podcast. Elliot shares insights from his book and his work helping universities foster stronger, more connected campuses. We’ll discuss the changing landscape of higher education, the critical role of engagement in student success, and ways institutions can create a more inclusive, supportive, and conne...
2025-01-2141 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixNancy Felix on High Touch and High Tech AdvancementHow can advancement combine "high tech" and "high touch" to identify, engage, and partner with supporters? How can you create a culture of giving and what facilitates or inhibits that? We discuss these questions with Nancy Felix, Associate Dean for Advancement & Strategic Initiatives at Carnegie Mellon University's Mellon College of Science.
2025-01-2031 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixJulia Lang on How Gen AI is Transforming Coursework and CareersHow is generative AI transforming admissions, curriculum-development, and feedback and evaluation in higher education? How is it enhancing accessibility and inclusivity? What are the emerging AI skills and fluencies for students and faculty to learn? We delve into these questions and inspiring examples with Julia Lang, Professor of Practice at Tulane University.
2025-01-1438 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixBob Lasher on Advancement that Raises Awareness and Inspires ActionWhat are the forces transforming advancement in higher education? How can colleges and universities adapt? Who can they partner with? How can they cultivate the next generation of donors as well as the next generation of advancement professionals? We dive into these questions with Bob Lasher, Senior Vice President of Advancement at Dartmouth College.
2025-01-0622 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixMary Ellen Gillespie on Giving Student-Athletes the Tools to Change the WorldHow are changes like NIL, student-athlete employment status and unionization, the transfer portal, and conference realignment/collapse transforming college athletics? How can institutions adapt? How can they equip student athletes with the skills and tools to change the world? We dive into these questions with Mary Ellen Gillespie, Deputy Director at the Women's Basketball Coaches Association.
2024-12-1733 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixWill Miller on Continuous Improvement through Institutional Research and AssessmentHow do create the culture, processes, and shared data you need to build a culture of continuous improvement? How can institutional research, assessment, and accreditation professionals lead the way in this? We discuss these questions with Will Miller, VP of Continuous Improvement and Institutional Performance at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
2024-12-0940 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixCedric Howard on Enrollment Management through Niche Recruitment and Retention
2024-12-0238 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixKelly Miller on the Role of Libraries in Wellbeing, Mental Health, and Student SuccessWhat role does wellbeing play in student success? How can libraries improve student, faculty, and staff wellbeing in a time of polycrisis? How can you achieve not only institutional goals but broader societal ones too? We discuss these questions with Kelly Miller, Associate Dean for Learning and Research Services at University of Miami.
2024-11-1820 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixSanjit Sethi on Higher Education Leadership, Community Partnership, and Institutional ChangeHow can colleges and universities see student success as part of broader community success? What structures and processes can you use to accelerate innovation? Who can you learn from and partner with at other institutions and other industries? We discuss these questions with Sanjit Sethi, President of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD).
2024-11-1129 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixMaggie Tomas on Engaging, Equitable Career Development and Career ReadinessHow can career development be better integrated with academics? How can employers better engage students instead of boring info sessions and career fairs? How can institutions and employers make recruitment equitable? We discuss these great questions with Maggie Tomas, who leads the Career Center at University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management.
2024-11-0429 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixLiesl Riddle on Academic Program Design, Curriculum Development, and Higher Education AdminstrationHow can academic programs evolve and innovate to meet student and employer needs? How can they build intellectual, human, and social capital? What can higher ed learn from other industries? We discuss these important questions with Liesl Riddle, Dean of George Washington University's College of Professional Studies.
2024-10-2835 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixDan Maxwell on the Role of Student Affairs in Student Engagement, Belonging, and Health PromotionHow can you make a big place feel small? How can academic affairs and student affairs collaborate on student success? How can you make decisions with "gut plus data"? We discuss these questions and more with Dan Maxwell from the University of Houston system and downtown campus.
2024-10-2839 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixNew name, same awesome... Transitioning the podcast to The Connected College.Why change from How to Get the Most Out of College Podcast to The Connected College Podcast? What is a Connected College? What can listeners expect from the pod going forward? I answer these questions on the transition in this short interview with producer and podcaster Mike Palmer. Don't worry. New name, but same awesome.
2024-10-1407 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixAbout The Connected College PodcastThe Connected College Podcast provides leadership strategies for student success drawn from host Elliot Felix's experience working with 100+ colleges and universities and interviews with higher ed innovators. Let's create better connected colleges and universities where students find belonging, feel supported, and connect their courses to rewarding careers.
2024-10-1401 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixLibraries as Hubs for Student SuccessHow can libraries transform their spaces, service offerings, and staffing to become hubs for student success – on campus and online? Listen to Elliot's keynote presentation the Council of Academic Library Directors to answer these questions along with a "From _____ to _____ by _____." roadmapping exercise.
2024-07-2522 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixThe Why, What, and How of University – Industry PartnershipsHow can colleges and universities partner with industry for mutual benefit on learning, research, and recruiting? Listen to Elliot's talk at the Discovery Partners Institute on the Why, What, and How of University – Industry Partnerships to answer these questions which guidance on identifying and optimizing partnerships.
2024-07-2012 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixHow High Impact Practices Contribute to Student SuccessHow do high impact practices contribute to student success? Listen to Elliot's talk providing an overview of AAC&U/NSSE high-impact practices, the research behind them, and examples of innovative ways colleges and universities are putting these into practice.
2024-06-2716 min
Conversation Balloons58. "How to Get the Most Out of College" w/ Elliot FelixHow to choose a college, how to "design your life," and why dorms with long hallways are a good thing: consultant Elliot Felix equips parents and students with ways to ensure a great return on your college tuition investment.
Additional resources--
Elliot Felix's book: How to Get the Most Out of College: 127 Ways to Make Connections, Make It Work for You, and Make a Difference
Interview with Tami Peterson--Conversation Balloons podcast, Episode 10--
The Give and Take by Adam Grant
Bowling Alone by Robert Putnam
2024-06-1944 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixThe Role Ed Tech Plays in Student Success with Dustin RamsdellWhat role does ed tech play in student success? What's working and what isn't? How is it changing? What can institutions and ed tech companies do to respond? Listen to Elliot's interview by "Higher Ed Geek" Dustin Ramsdell to answer these questions and connect the physical with the digital.
2024-06-1315 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixAssessing and Improving Student ExperiencesHow can you assess and improve your student experience to create a culture of continuous improvement? Elliot answered this question during a workshop at Embry-Riddle's "Innovation at Altitude" Continuous Improvement Summit. Listen to his talk to learn trends, tools, and tips for student experience innovation.
2024-05-3016 min
Positive Philter PodcastMaximizing the Value of College (featuring Elliot Felix)In this episode I speak with Elliot Felix on the value of a college education and whether or not going to college is a value return of investment for college students. As a higher education professional, I know this is an episode you don't want to miss! Shout Outs and Plugs “Find Elliot’s book How to Get the Most Out of College on Amazon here https://www.amazon.com/dp/193634257X. Check out Elliot’s articles and talks about student success in college at www.elliotfelix.com. Follow him on LinkedIn –...
2024-05-0647 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixThe Value of Internships with Josh KahnWhat's the value of an internship? How can institutions and employers get together to maximize the benefits of these for all involved? Elliot digs into this with Josh Kahn, Associate Director of Research and Public Policy for the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) to hear about their programs, advocacy, and assessments.
2024-02-1527 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixFinding Colleges that are a Financial Fit with Liane CraneHow can you find a college or university that's a financial fit for you and your family? What are the common misconceptions and barriers to finding fit? Elliot and Liane dive into this topic to go through the process, identify practical suggestions around setting a budget, broadening or focusing your search, and how this might change in the future.
2024-02-0817 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixGetting Through a Crisis with Rachel DeanWhat will you do when you face a crisis in college or in your career? Elliot and Rachel discuss this topic, drawing from her unique work on the student experience in higher ed and the employee experience in the workforce. They talk about getting perspective, finding support, making a plan, making progress, and more.
2024-02-0124 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixTelling A Story with Data with Valerie KrollHow can you tell compelling stories with data in college and your career? Elliot and data analytics expert Valerie Kroll dive into this topic. They follow Val's path from college to market research to optimization and go through concrete suggestions on knowing your audience and what to do before, during, and after a big presentation.
2024-01-2522 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixSucceeding as an International Student with Debrup LahaHow can international students learn and adapt to new settings, cultures, norms, and rules to thrive in college? Elliot and Debrup go through the nuts and bolts of housing, jobs, internships and more and give practical suggestions for international students based on his own experience and all the students he's helped over the years.
2024-01-1824 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixCreating Great Learning Experiences with Melonie SextonHow can students develop skills, build a network, and explore careers? Elliot and guest co-host Steve Ehrmann discuss this with award-winning faculty member and experiential learning expert Melonie Sexton. They discuss research projects, capstone projects, and internships along with how to best support students along the way.
2024-01-1125 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixUncovering the Hidden Curriculum with Louis NewmanWhat are the unspoken rules and the obscure terms that trip students up in college? How can they learn these to think critically in their classes and careers? Elliot and author Louis Newman dig into this based on his decades of experience as a professor and advisor and his recent book Thinking Critically in College.
2024-01-0423 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixPerfectionism and Coping with Less Control with Vanessa BushHow can you cope with less control in college – and in your life and career? How can you manage perfectionism for your health and success? Elliot and Vanessa Bush, author of Embracing Your Perfectionist Self, discuss these topics and cover understanding who you are, getting involved, finding acceptance not fitting in, and more.
2023-12-1419 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixChoosing the Right College Size and Setting for You with Nancy HubbardHow can you find a college that's the right size, setting, and focus for you? How do you know when you've found the right fit? Elliot digs into this with Nancy Hubbard, Dean of the College of Business at University of Lynchburg. They get into the quality of relationships, the amount of flexibility, what you get exposed to, and more.
2023-12-0721 min
Navigating Education - The PodcastEp 73 - Getting the Most Out of College with Elliot FelixIn Episode 73 of the podcast, we delve into the intriguing and increasingly relevant topic of getting the most out of college in an era marked by rapid technological advancements, particularly in artificial intelligence. Our guest, Elliot Felix, author of the highly acclaimed guidebook for college success, brings his extensive experience and insight to the table. Today, we will explore not just traditional aspects of the college experience, such as choosing majors and financial management, but also how the landscape of higher education is evolving with the integration of AI technologies. Alongside discussing the challenges and opportunities presented by AI...
2023-12-0441 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixHow to Build Your Network in College with Philip WilkersonHow can you build your network to set yourself up for sucess in college and your career? Elliot digs into this critical topic with career development professional and Positive Philter podcast host Philip Wilkerson. Don't miss the 5 "Fs" of networking, plus two bonus "Fs"!
2023-11-3022 min
Tangents by Out of ArchitectureLeveraging Design Thinking Beyond Architecture with Brightspot Strategy’s Elliot FelixWhat can you do with an architecture degree besides traditional practice? Is it possible to blend your design skills with other passions? Elliot Felix, Founder and CEO of brightspot Strategy, is an architect turned higher education strategist, shares his journey from architecture school to running his own consulting firm. Elliot talks about how an influential middle school teacher inspired him to study architecture, and how that led him to get his undergraduate architecture degree from UVA and a Master's from MIT. After practicing at a l...
2023-11-2140 min
This Week In College Viability (TWICV)How to get the most out of college - Elliot FelixElliot Felix founded and leads brightspot a strategy consultancy on a mission to transform the higher education experience and to increase student success. His book How to Get the Most Out of College was published in January 2022 and provides 127 evidence-based tips for success in college and beyond. It received a blue star from Kirkus Reviews, calling it "A knowledgeable, enthusiastic guide packed with strategies and encouragement."We discuss a few of the tips and get Mr. Felix's guidance on how to best use those tips.Here is a link to Mr. Felix's bo...
2023-10-2539 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixBonus Episode: The Higher Education Sector ExplainedHow many colleges and universities are there in the US? What are the demographic, financial, and social trends that are changing higher education? Elliot gives an overview of the higher education sector that answers these questions and can help students, families, and folks in higher ed understand the big picture.
2023-10-1225 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixBonus Episode: Common Misconceptions about Higher Education with Mya AndersonWhat common misconceptions get in the way of how students succeed in college? How does college actually work? In this bonus episode, Elliot and college success coach Mya Andersen debunk misconceptions about orientation, terminology, technology, support services, career exploration. and more.
2023-10-0541 min
College Life PodcastHow to Get the Most Out of College with Author, Consultant, and College Expert Elliot FelixIn today's episode your host Alicia Sepulveda interviews Elliot Felix, an Author, Consultant, and College Expert (among other things!).
For more information on Elliot Felix:
Check out his website: https://www.elliotfelix.com/
Purchase his book, How to Get the Most Out of College
If you have questions related to colleges, please email me at thecollegelifecoach@gmail.com - Alicia will respond directly to you and your question may be featured in the next podcast episode!
2023-08-2137 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixBonus Episode: Trends Changing College and UniversitiesElliot opened the pre-conference workshop at the Designing Libraries Conference with an overview of trends changing higher education and libraries. In this ~10min talk he provides an overview of key trends including students’ sense of belonging, working on real-world projects, building valuable skills, next generation libraries, and getting advice and support. https://www.libraryjournal.com/story/management/How-Academic-Libraries-Can-Help-Students-Get-the-Most-Out-of-College-Peer-to-Peer-Review
2023-06-2210 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixBonus Episode: Search for Where to go to College Based on How You’ll Go to CollegeElliot joined a College Spy Webinar hosted by Michelle McAnaney where he shared the insights from How to Get the Most Out of College. In this ~20 minute talk, he summarizes what students can do to increase their chances of success in college and get the best return on their investment of time and money – and how to find colleges/universities that offer these opportunities to inform their college search.https://thecollegespy.com/blog/how-youll-go-to-college-helps-decide-where-to-go-to-college
2023-06-0817 min
Campus ConfidentialDesign your own experience (w/Elliot Felix)In this episode, brightspot founder Elliot Felix lets us in on a secret - it’s possible to “de-risk” important decisions through prototyping and self-awareness. He’s turned this knowledge into a successful higher education advisory firm that has helped thousands of students “get more out of college” (that is when he’s not shelving library books!).
Campus Confidential is presented by Compass Group and produced by Corey Inscoe and Jen Fisher – with your hosts Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman.
2023-05-1547 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixStudent Entrepreneurs as Hope-Generators with Alicia SepulvedaHow can students spot problems and create solutions as entrepreneurs? How can they take full advantage of all the clubs, centers, support, technology, and mentors their college and university offers to entrepreneurs? How can tackling big problems generate hope? We dig into this with Alicia, Host of the College Life Podcast and professor in Social Innovation.
2023-05-1120 min
Connected CampusElliot Felix on Creating Supportive Hybrid Campus EnvironmentsWe’re excited to welcome Elliot Felix to the podcast this week! Dustin speaks with Elliot about his work on his own podcast as well as his book that each focus on supporting students to be successful at college. He also explores why (and how) campuses need to adapt to the hybrid future in order to better engage all of their students. Learn more at pathify.com. Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Music from YouTube Audio Library. Please leave a five-star review for the show and share it so...
2023-05-0934 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixUsing the College Application Process to Learn about Yourself with Lisa Marker-RobbinsWhat can the process of searching for and applying to college teach you about yourself? Given so many colleges and universities admit students directly to specific schools and major, how can the process help you uncover your strengths, interests, and focus? Lisa shares her experience with these questions in career planning and college counseling.
2023-05-0418 min
College and Career ClarityHow to Get the Most Out Of College with Elliot FelixIn this episode Lisa and Elliot discuss:The importance of trying new things before college.Changing the mindset from where to go to college to how to go to college. How to encourage your high schooler to know themselves. Instilling resiliency in your children of any age. Key Takeaways: Think about your college experience as something you design to fit your personality and dreams. Design your college experience to what you love, don’t just drift through aimlessly. Do a bunch of stuff! Curate experiences, both good and bad, to figure out what you do like, w...
2023-05-0232 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixMaking to Think with Designer, Educator, and Author Scott WitthoftWhy and how can you make things – digitally and physically – as a way of thinking? How is making and prototype a way of being? We discuss these questions and follow Scott’s path from engineering to product design to education at Stanford’s d.school and UT Austin. He shares insights from the book he co-authored Make Space and his latest book, This is a Prototype.
2023-04-2717 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixWhy do you want to go to college? With “The College Spy” Michelle McAnaneyWhat do students want to get out of college – discovering identity, belonging to a community, building skills, learning about an interest or passion? What does why you want to go to college tell you about where to go to college and how to go to college? We discuss this with college counselor Michelle McAnaney, “The College Spy”.
2023-04-2017 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixChanging Outdated Policies and Processes with Drumm McNaughtonWhat are the outdated policies and processes that students and families will confront in higher education? How can colleges and universities change these to work for today’s students? How can students and families cope with them in the meantime? How can they advocate for change? We discuss this with higher education change consultant Drumm McNaughton.
2023-04-1319 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixDesigning Your Life and Career Path with Julia LangWhat is design thinking and how can students use it to design their lives? What will that tell them about possible career paths, courses to take, projects to work on, and mentors to find? We discuss these great questions with Julia Lang, Professor of Practice and Associate Director of Career Education and Life Design at Phyllis M. Taylor Center for Social Innovation and Design Thinking at Tulane University.
2023-04-0620 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixGetting Oriented and Involved with Tom EllettHow can you get oriented, get involved, and belong as a transfer student? How do you balance spending time with other transfers versus connecting with other students who’ve had a different experience? We discuss this with higher education’s first Chief Experience Officer (CXO) and two-time transfer student, Tom Ellett from Quinnipiac University.
2023-03-3018 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixGrowing by Taking Risks, Recharging, and Reflecting with Grace BidaHow do you work up the courage to take risks, put yourself out there, and try new things? How can you rest, recover, and reflect while you’re making the most of your time in College? How does all this help you grow, personally and professionally? We discuss all this and more with former brightspot intern and current Harvard first year Grace Bida.
2023-03-2315 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixUnderstanding the Price of College with Mark SalisburyWhat is the price you’ll pay for college? How does that compare to other students and other schools? How did the price of college get so complicated and mysterious? What can you do solve this mystery? We discuss these important questions with Mark Salisbury, Founder and CEO TuitionFit.org, the college price transparency platform.
2023-03-1616 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixGetting the Most from your College Visit with Mark StuckerWhat should you do when you visit a college? How can you go beyond the standard admissions info session and tour? What should you do before, during, and after your visit to make all this happen? We dive into this with Mark Stucker, Founder of School Match 4 U, co-host of Your College Bound Kid podcast, and author of 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admissions Questions.
2023-03-0920 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixBuilding Your Support Network with Andrea Malkin BrennerHow can students find friends, advisors, and other folks to support them as they transition from dependence at home to independence in college? What people, information, and resources are available and what’s the best way to learn about and use them? We discuss the topic of building a support network with Andrea Malkin Brenner, Creator of Talking College Cards.
2023-03-0216 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixBeing a Student Leader with Macy TroutWhat does it mean to be a student leader in college? How does student government work and how do you get involved? When does it complement or compete with your studies? We dig into these questions and more with Macy Trout, a Senior at Temple University who shares her stories of meeting and representing students, building skills, and making an impact.
2023-02-2321 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixMeeting the Needs of Student Parents with Kate Colbert and Dr. Joe SallustioHow can students with children not just survive college but thrive? What can colleges and universities do to support them? Kate Colbert and Dr. Joe Sallustio, authors of Commencement: The Beginning of a New Era in Higher Education, share their insights on these questions from their research and personal experience as students and faculty.
2023-02-1620 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixFinding a Fulfilling Career Path with Carrie YoungHow can you understand yourself and what can that tells you about career paths to explore? What lights you up? Is what you’re pursuing right for who you are so that you can bring your whole self to work? We explore these questions with Carrie Young, the host of the Paths in Progress podcast and a former Executive Director of Academic Affairs and Student Success and Academic Advisor.
2023-02-0919 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixWorking with a Student Success Coach with Dustin RamsdellHow do student success coaches help students and how can you best work with them? Dustin Ramsdell, former success coach and manager of coaches, describes the role of coaches and shares stories from his experience helping students get oriented, connecting them with other services, advising on degree and career planning, navigating new technology and policies, and building confidence and skills – and then hearing “I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for you.”
2023-02-0217 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixHow Parents Can Help Students Understand Strengths with Winnie and Sushil da SilvaHow can your parents help you understand and play to your strengths? What assessments, conversations, or other resources can help with this? We discuss the role of strengths (and discomfort) in the college selection process with Winnie, a leadership development coach, and Sushil, a technology entrepreneur, who talk about their recent experience and how How to Get the Most out of College helped their family.
2023-01-2619 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixTransformational Internship Experiences with Greg HoffmanWhat do you want to be known for at the end of your internship? How will it complement your studies? What special projects can employers give interns to work together on to accomplish something? We discuss these questions and more in this special double episode, Greg Hoffman, author of Emotion by Design and former CMO of Nike, drawing from his own experiences as an intern and the programs he built at Nike.
2023-01-1930 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixWorking with Faculty on Research with Natalie PassovHow can students work with faculty on their research and build valuable skills and connections at the same time? How do you find these opportunities and do they need to relate to your classes? Recent graduate Natalie Passov talks about her experience as a research assistant, how she contributed, what she learned, and how this led to an internship and a career.
2023-01-1215 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixFirst Gen Student Student Success with Angela SimmonsHow can you best get oriented and find support as a first generation student? What can student affairs professionals do to connect with students, normalize getting help, and lead by example? Dr. Angela Simmons, VP of Student Development at University of South Carolina Beaufort discusses these topics and how she uses her background in counseling to help students succeed.
2023-01-0619 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixBonus Episode - How to Design Your College ExperienceI recently had the opportunity to talk to a first year seminar about designing your college experience. In this 20 minute talk, I share the big ideas from my book: college isn’t just something you navigate – it’s something you create. It’s not just where, but how you go to college that matters. You can use research to make the important decisions about which classes to take or how to get involved. To succeed, make connections between classes, clubs, and careers.
2022-12-2217 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixDeana Weintraub Stafford on Supporting First Gen StudentsHow can colleges better support First Generation students and what can student do in the meantime? Deana Waintraub Stafford, Director of the Center for First Generation Student Success shares her insights into dismantling and learning higher education’s “hidden curriculum” and encourages students to ask the questions that will help them and others.Here's where you can find the Center for First Gen Student SuccessYou can find the book How to Get the Most Out of College here.Visit us at ElliotFelix.com for more.
2022-12-1516 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixAndrew Ankamah on Finding Community Online and On CampusHow do you find community as a transfer student during covid lockdown? Andrew, a Senior at Temple University, takes us through his experience finding community online and then on campus. Along the way, he offers lessons in getting involved on campus and in the community through clubs, class projects, and activism.Learn more about The Accountability Initiative.You can find the book How to Get the Most Out of College here.Visit us at ElliotFelix.com for more.
2022-12-0813 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixRandi Harris on Orienting and Supporting Transfer and Returning StudentsHow can transfer and returning students get oriented and feel supported? Randi, the Director of the Transfer and Returning Student Resource Center at Portland State University takes us through how students can’t possibly know all the resources available to them but they can have a go-to person and a go-to space to help them.Learn more about the Transfer and Returning Students Resource Center.Randi also references the NISTS You can find the book How to Get the Most Out of College here.Visit us at ElliotFelix.com for more.
2022-12-0115 min
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The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixBill Carter on Name, Image, and Likeness for Student AthletesName, Image, and Likeness (NIL) is a new opportunity for student athletes. Bill Carter from Student Athlete Insights provides an overview and examples of NIL. He takes us through what students can do to capitalize on it, and shows its benefits beyond finances like developing a personal brand, creating an online presence, and being entrepreneurial. Here's the Student Athlete Insights referenced in the episode.You can find the book How to Get the Most Out of College here.Visit us at ElliotFelix.com for more.
2022-11-1717 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixCedric Howard on Working with Mentors and the Role Parents Can PlayWhat are the different kinds of mentors? What are the different ways to work with them? What role can parents and families play? Award-winning student affairs leader Cedric Howard shares his own journey and his advice on how students can benefit from mentors on everything from reviewing a resume to being a role-model to providing life-changing advice. Here's the link to the Most Inspiring People in Education Award referenced in the episode.You can find the book How to Get the Most Out of College here.Visit us at ElliotFelix.com for more.
2022-11-1022 min
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The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixJennifer Martin on Learning About Yourself Through the ApplicationHow can your college application not a chore but instead a way to learn about yourself and make such an impression on a college they can’t wait to meet you? College admissions expert Jennifer Martin takes us through how students can use their essay to do just that, how to build a college list, and balance all the advice students get on college.Here are the links to the website and blog mentioned in the episode.You can find the book How to Get the Most Out of College here.Visit us at El...
2022-11-0316 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixFerch Sanchez Lopez on Thriving as a Transfer StudentHow can you not just adjust but thrive as a transfer student? Ferch Sanchez Lopez shares his tips for getting involved, making connections, and giving back. In the process, we learn a lot about what to ask yourself – like how it’s not just who you want be but who you want to be with – and hear about time spent in classes and clubs don’t take away from each other. Learn about the Mural Board Tool referenced as well as the Brightspot Student Advisory Council.You can find the book How to Get the Most Out of C...
2022-10-2417 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixDan Maxwell on Finding Your Sense of BelongingWhen do students feel like they are in their own space - not entering someone else’s - and feeling like they belong? Dan Maxwell, Interim Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs for the University of Houston System takes us through what belonging is, how it's normal for it to take time to feel it, and what students can to do to find it — and what colleges and universities can do to support them.National Survey on Student Engagement article and data on belonging.You can find the book How to Get the Most Out of College...
2022-10-2416 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixWelcome to How to Get the Most Out of CollegeWhy a How to Get the Most Out of College podcast? Interviewing students and experts was a highlight of writing How to Get the Most Out of College. The podcast is a chance to interview people, hear stories, and dive into each tip/topic in detail so students can find their place, people, and path. Elliot welcomes folks to the show and provides clips of upcoming interviews with Dan Maxwell, Ferch Sanchez Lopez, Lizbeth Parra, and Randi Harris who will be featured in upcoming episodes.Visit us at ElliotFelix.com to learn more.
2022-10-2406 min
The Connected College Podcast with Elliot FelixLizbeth Parra on Studying Abroad as a First Gen StudentStudying abroad changes your perspective, but many students don’t get a chance to have this experience or don't think it's possible for them. Lizbeth Parra, a student at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) tells her story about studying in Argentina mixing courses, travel, and an internship – and the admin and financial support needed to make it work. Learn more about the Brightspot Student Advisory Council here.You can find the book How to Get the Most Out of College here.Visit us at ElliotFelix.com for more.
2022-10-2416 min
College Parent Central Podcast#069 – Getting the Most Out of College: An Interview with Author Elliot FelixWouldn’t it be great if your student could create a successful college experience where they feel connected and supported instead of simply navigating their way through. In this episode Vicki and Lynn talk with Elliot Felix, author of How to Get the Most Out of College: 127 Ways to Make Connections, Make It Work for You, and Make a Difference. Elliot brings his background in college consulting and design to his practical, action-oriented tips that cover everything from knowing options to mastering technology, building relationships, and finding your community on campus. So much to share with your student!...
2022-07-2048 min
The Higher Ed Geek PodcastBONUS Episode #154: Elliot Felix on How to Get the Most Out of CollegeFind tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. If you are an expert in your field, have a unique story to share, or an interesting point of view-- it’s time to explore the world of podcasting with Kitcaster! Go to https://kitcaster.com/geek/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast. Our guest for this week’s bonus episode is Elliot Felix, Founder of brightspot strategy and author of the recently released book, How to Get the Most Out of College. Subscribe and listen...
2022-04-2041 min
The EdUp Experience415: #getthemostoutofcollege - with Elliot Felix, Founder of Brightspot Strategy & AuthorWe welcome YOU back to America's leading higher education podcast, The EdUp Experience!
It’s YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, YOUR guests are Elliot Felix, Founder of Brightspot Strategy & Author of #getthemostoutofcollege - How to Get the Most out of College: 127 Ways to Make Connections, Make it Work for You, and Make a Difference, YOUR guest co-host is Dr. Amardeep Kahlon, YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio, & YOUR sponsor is Commencement: The Beginning of a New Era In Higher Education, coming fall 2022.
Listen in to find out how YOU can #getthemostoutofcollege...
2022-04-0551 min
Varying ViewpointsEpisode 34: "Getting the Most Out of College" with Elliot FelixIn this episode, we invited Elliot Felix, founder and CEO of brightspot strategy, to join us. Higher education has changed dramatically over the last decade. Specifically when it comes to defining student success, from an academic standpoint, a social stance, and a career stance. Building on Elliot Felix’s new book, How to Get the Most out of College, this podcast explores the concept of higher education today and how students can design their college experience and tailor it to fit their needs.
2022-02-2832 min
Trending In Ed with Mike PalmerDesign Thinking Insights into the Higher Ed Experience with Elliot FelixElliot Felix is an author, speaker, teacher, father, and consultant to more than a hundred colleges and universities. He joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about making the most out of higher education and his new book, How to Get the Most Out of College: 127 Ways to Make Connections, Make it Work for You, and Make a Difference.We begin by hearing about his origins studying architecture and working in that capacity before founding his consultancy, brightspot strategy, now a Buro Happold Company. Elliot shares how he uses his background in design to make college work...
2022-01-2733 min
Human or Athlete?Leave the Shirt in a Better Place - Felix DenayerI have not yet spoken to anyone who quite embodies the "team mindset" like Felix. His humility, honesty and understanding of his part to play in the team is incredible. He tells us how Belgium hockey committed to being the best in the world roughly 12 years ago and have slowly improved & improved to where they are now World Champions and #1 in the world approaching the Tokyo Olympics. He discusses the depth of the team morale and understanding each and every player and their part to play to succeed. Felix's refreshing honesty on overcoming a silver medal is inspiring as...
2021-05-021h 02
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaReducing Uncertainty with Elliot FelixEpisode 1: Reducing Uncertainty with Elliot Felix
Elliot Felix is the CEO & Founder of brightspot which is a higher education strategy firm on a mission to help colleges and universities create more engaging and equitable student experiences by redesigning student services, enabling active learning in the classroom and online, and rethinking where and how people work. Over the past ten years, Elliot has grown brightspot from one employee to 14 employees and has worked with more than 90 colleges and universities – an industry going through enormous changes right now.
My conversation with Elliot provides insi...
2020-12-0136 min
Le show à FélixElliot Lambert non censuré : Le show à Félix - Podcast 20 (saison 2)Saison 2
Le quatrième invité à participer au concept de la saison 2 « FD non censuré » est mon collègue Elliot Lambert, thérapeute et expert en réhabilitation! Voici un aperçu des sujets abordés dans ce podcast de 65 minutes :
Qui est Elliot Lambert?
Elliot est un athlète de soccer et de football. Très curieux et autodidacte, il n’a jamais hésité à passer ses soirées à lire et à en apprendre davantage sur l’entraînement et le corps humain. À ce jour, il se fait un plaisir de partager son savoir avec...
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