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TransferTALKThe Future of Work Meets the Future of College: Are We Preparing Students for What’s Coming?” Ep 20Send a textIn this episode of TransferTALK, Jay sits down with John McLoughlin, Associate Dean of Enrollment Management & Student Success at NYU’s School of Professional Studies, to explore how the future of work is reshaping the future of college.NYU SPS has built a reputation for serving adult learners, transfer students, and working professionals with surprising agility — and John breaks down how modular learning, recognition of prior learning, stackable credentials, and employer partnerships all fit together to create a more flexible, future-ready education model.Jay and John dig into:...
2026-02-1041 min
TransferTALKLifelong Learning, Real-Time Strategy: Inside Saddleback’s Enrollment EvolutionSend us a textWhat if the future of community college enrollment isn’t just about 18-22-year-olds—but also 73-year-olds? In this episode, Jay sits down with Dr. Dan Predoehl, Assistant Dean of Extended Learning at Saddleback College and a nationally respected voice in equity-centered enrollment strategy.They explore Saddleback’s Emeritus Institute—one of the largest senior education programs in the country—and what it reveals about community connection, sustainability, and lifelong learning.Dan also shares his vision for a more aggressive, data-informed future for California’s community colleges, including coalition-building across depar...
2026-01-1442 min
TransferTALKThe Credit Crunch: Transparency, Trust, and the Role of AI: Episode 18Send us a text Accrediting bodies are changing their tune on credit transfer — and it could reshape higher education. In this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje sits down with higher ed researcher and consultant Scott Jeffe to unpack the recent Accreditors endorsement of AI in credit assessment and what it means for institutions and students.Jay and Scott tackle the barriers that still frustrate transfer students, the contradictions between policy and practice, and the rise in adult student enrollment. They discuss how online learning, transparency, and career readiness are driving enr...
2025-12-0851 min
TransferTALKStrategic. Student-Centered. And Maybe a Little Purple: Episode 17Send us a textDescription: In this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje welcomes Heath Einstein, Vice Provost for Enrollment Management at Texas Christian University, for a candid conversation on the shifting world of college admissions.Jay and Heath cover a wide range of topics:TCU’s student-centered strategic planThe post-NACAC admissions landscapeBuilding partnerships across campus silosAnd the growing role of AI in student communication, enrollment, and guidanceThey also reflect on their early radio days, their hopes for smarter, more human enrollment tools like De...
2025-10-2246 min
TransferTALK"Small Colleges, Big Shifts: Reinventing Relevance in a Rapid World" Ep 16Send us a textIn this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje is joined by Scott Novak, entrepreneur, consultant, and unapologetic advocate for small colleges.Together, they tackle the hard truths facing small institutions: outdated systems, shrinking budgets, rising student expectations — and the fierce resistance to change that keeps many from moving forward.You’ll hear Scott’s take on:How small colleges can modernize without losing their unique charmWhy transfer, graduate, and online students are the key to long-term sustainabilityWhat a centralized resource hub for small colleges could look likeHow leadership, commun...
2025-09-3041 min
TransferTALKSo, You Think You’re Transfer Friendly? Episode 15Send us a textIn this episode of TransferTALK, Jay Fedje sits down with Jon Endicott, Dean of Student Services at West Hills College Coalinga, to get real about what it means to be truly transfer-friendly.With experience in both Private higher ed and the California community college system, Jon shares insights on serving non-traditional students, adult learners, and first-gen students—all while balancing institutional flexibility with academic integrity.Together, Jay and Jon unpack:Why “two-year degree” timelines rarely reflect realityThe hidden challenges of online learning and free tuitio...
2025-09-0441 min
TransferTALKStudent Success is Everything!: Episode 14Send us a textWelcome back to TransferTALK, the podcast where we dive deep into all things transfer and higher ed—without putting you to sleep!Today’s guest is someone who knows the transfer game inside and out. He’s been on both sides of the higher ed fence—faculty, administrator, recruiter—you name it, he’s done it. I’m talking about Martin Smith, who’s leading the charge as the Assistant Vice President of Admissions at the University of South Florida, making sure transfer and non-traditional students don’t just get in, but thrive....
2025-08-2132 min
TransferTALKRewiring the System: Fixing Transfer Credit at UMass Amherst with Dr. Patrick Sullivan - Episode 13Send us a textTitle: “Rewiring the System: Fixing Transfer Credit at UMass Amherst with Dr. Patrick Sullivan”Description: In this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje sits down with Dr. Patrick Sullivan, University Registrar at UMass Amherst, to explore what it really takes to fix an archaic transfer credit system at a major public institution.Together, they cover:How Patrick tackled broken processes and undocumented policiesLessons learned from visiting other institutions like UNLV and MarquetteThe importance of building internal buy-in and managing changeHow tools like DegreeSight’s Inbo...
2025-08-0536 min
TransferTALKFrom Calvinball to Compliance: Making AI Work for Higher Ed: Episode 12Send us a textArtificial intelligence is reshaping higher ed faster than most campuses can keep up. In part two of this multi-part transferTALK series, Jay Fedje sits down again with AI ethicist and policy expert Dr. David Hatami from EduPolicy.ai to unpack where AI is taking us next.They dive into:Harvard’s international student visa crisis and AI’s potential role in virtual educationThe evolution of faculty resistance and student readiness for AI integrationThe fine balance between innovation and governance in AI policyEduPolicy.ai’s AI-powered policy generator tool for higher ed com...
2025-07-1046 min
TransferTALKBeyond the Brochure: What Students Really Need from Us: Episode 11Send us a text In this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje sits down with Dr. Gavin Hamms, seasoned Enrollment Strategist, Visionary, and Consultant. Together, they dive into the complex and evolving challenges of higher education enrollment, retention, and the future of student success.You’ll hear Gavin’s fresh takes on:The need to reimagine education for non-traditional learnersHow HBCUs are navigating the shifting DEI landscapeWhat "qualitative growth" in student populations really looks likeWhy enrollment strategy has to go beyond headcountWhat’s next in higher ed—and what should be nextThis conversat...
2025-06-1836 min
TransferTALKDemystifying Credit Mobility: Transfer Support through Inbound Ep 10Send us a textEpisode 10 – Demystifying Credit Mobility: Transfer Support through Inbound with Michelle StippIn this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje sits down with Michelle Stipp, Associate Vice President of Financial Aid and Enrollment Services at Roosevelt University in Chicago, IL. With over 20 years of experience in admissions and financial aid, Michelle has a front-row seat to the evolving challenges—and opportunities—facing today’s transfer students.Michelle shares how Roosevelt University is blending enrollment strategies with student services to create a seamless transfer...
2025-05-2228 min
TransferTALKRethinking AI in Higher Ed with Dr. David Hatami (Part 1): Episode 9Send us a textEpisode Description:Artificial Intelligence isn’t just knocking on higher ed’s door—it’s already inside, sipping coffee in the faculty lounge. In this episode of transferTALK, host Jay Fedje sits down with Dr. David Hatami—AI ethicist, author, speaker, policy consultant, and founder of EduPolicy.ai—for a candid, insightful, and surprisingly funny conversation about how colleges and universities can stop fearing AI... and start planning for it.From tech fails to policy wins, this is Part 1 of a multi-episode deep dive into AI’s role on campus...
2025-04-1742 min
TransferTALKEvery Student, Every Day: Episode 8Send us a textHello, and welcome to another episode of transferTALK, the podcast where we explore the ever-evolving landscape of student transfers and higher education. I'm your host, Jay Fedje, and today we have a guest whose passion for college degree access and the student experience is truly inspiring.Joining us is Dr. Matt Boyce, a dedicated higher education professional with a rich background in enrollment management and student affairs. Matt has held various roles at institutions such as George Mason University, University of Puget Sound and Emerson College, where he’s...
2025-03-1437 min
TransferTALKThe Future of Transfer Enrollment: Crystal Ball Time - Episode 7Send us a textJoining host Jay Fedje, is Kevin Windholz, the Vice President for Enrollment Management at Oklahoma City University. Since 2012, Kevin has been at the helm of domestic and international admissions, financial aid, student accounts, and university marketing and communications. As a member of the President’s cabinet, he has played a pivotal role in authoring the University's Strategic Enrollment Management plan and contributing to the development of the University's master strategic plan. One of his notable achievements includes developing a system to accurately predict net revenue from future enrollments.In...
2025-02-1329 min
TransferTALKMarketing to an Invisible Audience - Episode 6: Part 2Send us a textToday’s show is part 2 of a conversation Jay has with Ryan Morabito, Senior Advisor/Strategist at 5° Branding. In quick recap of part 1, they discussed the elements of getting a better understanding of a college’s “Invisible Audience” of transfer and dormant degree seekers through “pulse research”. That is, frequent quick surveys to gauge the ever-changing dynamics of a complicated prospective student population. In part two we’ll dig deeper into sustainable strategies to identify, recruit, and service an invisible but essential audience. And as Ryan would say – This is the Way. End of Story.
2025-01-2431 min
TransferTALKMarketing to an Invisible Audience - Episode 5: Part 1Send us a textIn this Episode of TransferTALK, Jay talks to Ryan Morabito, Senior Advisor/Strategist at 5° Branding. Ryan is well known as a marketing guru in higher education. You may know him from his Marketing Truth posts on LinkedIn that start with sharp insights and end with “This is the Way”! Ryan was asked to be on the show for two reasons: one he’s an out of the box marketer and two his creativity might help in this challenging conversation about Marketing to an Invisible Audience – that is communities of transfers, adult learners, and “Dorm...
2025-01-1328 min
TransferTALKUnderserved College Bound Communities - Episode 4Send us a textIn this Episode of TransferTALK Jay talks with Dr. Su Jin Jez, CEO of California Competes, who leads that charge with vision, creativity, and personal experience as a first-gen student herself. In this second of a two-part series, Jay is encouraged as he hopes you’ll be, with the commitment that organizations like California Competes maintains for underserved and invisible “non-traditional” college ready audiences. Higher ed leaders need to listen carefully to Drs. Jez and Bernhard for templates that can be used across the country. The health of many colleges and universities will depend...
2024-12-1142 min
TransferTALKThe DNA of transfer students: common needs of transfers - Episode 3Send us a textIn this episode of TransferTALK Jay talks with Drew Melendres, Co-Founder of DegreeSight. Drew’s background in higher education and more specifically with non-traditional and transfer students is both extensive and significant. Drew has a uniquely broad view of how the recruitment market has been, where it is currently, and where it is going. Yes, he’s one of those prognosticators who has a pretty clear view of the future of college enrollment. If you’re curious about the common factors of non-traditional students that higher education leaders must embrace, this is an import...
2024-11-1339 min
TransferTALKWhat California knows about “dormant degree seekers” - Episode 2Send us a textIn this episode of TransferTALK Jay talks with Dr. Laura Bernhard, Senior Researcher at California Competes, a non-profit organization focused on researching and advocating for students who have started but have not finished their college degree in the state of California. They’ll wrestle with the challenges of identifying and holistically supporting a giant national community of possible “transfer” or “comebacker” students. As colleges and universities face very real demand and demographic drops, this invisible audience represents opportunities for higher ed, the economy, and the students themselves. https://www.chronicle.com/article/tha...
2024-10-2933 min
TransferTALKServing Transfer Students - Episode 1Send us a textOn the first episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje talks to David Cook, Founder of DegreeSight, a company dedicated to empowering transfer-friendly institutions. DegreeSight helps colleges and universities enroll, retain, and graduate more transfer students. These two thought leaders dive into current transfer strategies and look into future trends that enrollment leaders will have to embrace if they want to attract this underserved and often overlooked student population. If you'd like to talk transfer strategies or have questions on this episode: www.degreesight.com. You can also find us at www.l...
2024-09-1943 min