December 2024
In this issue of Higher Education Digest, we shine a light on leaders who don’t just manage institutions—they transform them. As you turn the pages of this issue, you’ll meet other trailblazers redefining what it means to lead in academia. Their stories are full of insight and inspiration, offering fresh perspectives on how to tackle the challenges of our time.
Pioneering a New Era of Innovation & Excellence
Dr. Lisa M. Coleman, President, Adler University
Dr. Lisa's career is marked by a commitment to collaboration, multi-sector partnerships, and systemic equity, having consistently driven initiatives at the intersection of innovation, diversity, and social impact.
Essential Elements for Education Innovators: The AEIOU FrameworkTonya B. Amankwatia, Assistant Vice Provost for Distance Education and Extended Learning at North Carolina A&T State University
Tonya B. Amankwatia, Ph.D., Assistant Vice Provost for Distance Education and Extended Learning at North Carolina A&T State University, relishes inspiring teaching and learning excellence.
The Power of Executive CoachingDr. Jennifer deCoste, President of ACT Executive Coaching
With a Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction / Gender Studies from Penn State University, Jennifer has excelled in roles including Senior Vice President at RW Jones Agency and Vice President for Leadership Strategies at Credo Higher Education Consulting.
The WHOLE Experience: Reflecting on The State of Higher Education LeadershipDr. Morris Thomas, Assistant Provost & Associate Professor, School of Education at Howard University
Dr. Morris Thomas serves as Assistant Provost for Digital and Online Learning and Director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning and Assessment at Howard University.
Championing Gender Equality & Inclusion for a Brighter FutureDr Arletha McSwain, Vice Provost Access & Enrollment Management, Central State University
Dr. Arletha McSwain, a distinguished leader in online education, earned her PhD from the University of Missouri-Columbia, her Masters in Education, and her Bachelors in Education from Lincoln University-Missouri.
Making Sense of Credential Chaos
Christopher M. Mullin, Strategy Director for Data and Measurement, Lumina Foundation
Christopher Mullin, Ph.D., is strategy director of data and measurement for Lumina Foundation.
FEATURED COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
Ken Walker International University
November 29, 2024
American University of Antigua College of Medicine
November 29, 2024
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October 29, 2024
Methodist University
October 29, 2024
Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR)
August 26, 2024
Phoenicia University (PU)
July 30, 2024
Rose Bruford College
June 20, 2024
USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
May 14, 2024
Adnan Kassar School of Business (AKSOB)
May 14, 2024
Naveen Jindal School of Management
April 25, 2024
Alcorn School of Business
April 25, 2024
SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering
April 25, 2024
University of Birmingham
September 5, 2023
Unicaf
September 5, 2023
Miles College
September 5, 2023
Laurentian University
September 5, 2023
Tufts University School of Engineering
September 5, 2023
University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC)
July 27, 2023
Brescia at Western University
July 27, 2023
OHM Professional School
June 23, 2023
CIMBA
June 23, 2023
Yorkville University
May 9, 2023
Utah Tech University
May 9, 2023
University of Calgary
May 9, 2023
Lagos Business School
May 4, 2023
St. Paul University Philippines
February 28, 2023
Ural Federal University
December 29, 2022
University of Cyprus
December 29, 2022
International University of Sarajevo (IUS)
December 29, 2022
Cyprus University of Technology
December 29, 2022
European Aviation School Barcelona
December 29, 2022
EDITOR'S PICK
Developing Female Students’ Leadership Skills Towards a More Sustainable Future
Successful Institutional Change Rests on a Clear, Compelling Narrative
Transforming Lives Through the Student Experience
Artificial Intelligence & Higher Ed: What Lies Ahead?
ACADEMIC
Peer Observation: A Catalyst for Teaching Improvement in Higher Education
Dr. Elissar Gerges is a researcher and assistant professor of education at Zayed University. She holds a Doctor of Education degree in…
The Evolving Landscape of Higher Education: Empowering Students to Make Meaningful Choices
Degrees with an Edge: How Embedding Industry Certifications Can Transform Higher Education
INDUSTRY
Higher Education 2025: Madskillz
Lyquaia Purcell is the Senior Director of Digital Transformation at Ellucian, leading initiatives that empower institutions and enhance student success. A passionate…
Mentoring and Coaching as Tools for Leadership Development and Succession Planning
Higher Education Predictions for 2025
STUDENTS
Leveraging HR Analytics to Improve Diversity and Inclusion in the Education Sector
Ria Deshpande is a freelance higher education consultant pursuing an MSc in Human Resource Management at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland. With…
The Ultimate Student Guide 2022 to Studying Hospitality Management
STUDY ABROAD
The Netherlands as a Premier Study Destination for International Students: Key Figures Revealed
Akos Kiraly is a higher education marketing specialist with 10+ years of experience. Akos grew up in Hungary and came as an…
Postgraduate Taught Students – The Growing Challenge for Careers Advisors and Employability Services in UK Higher Education
Tom Lowe is a Senior Lecturer in Higher Education at the University of Portsmouth, where his research includes student engagement in the…
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December 2024
In this issue of Higher Education Digest, we shine a light on leaders who don’t just manage institutions—they transform them. As you turn the pages of this issue, you’ll meet other trailblazers redefining what it means to lead in academia. Their stories are full of insight and inspiration, offering fresh perspectives on how to tackle the challenges of our time.
Pioneering a New Era of Innovation & Excellence
Dr. Lisa M. Coleman, President, Adler University
Dr. Lisa's career is marked by a commitment to collaboration, multi-sector partnerships, and systemic equity, having consistently driven initiatives at the intersection of innovation, diversity, and social impact.
Essential Elements for Education Innovators: The AEIOU FrameworkTonya B. Amankwatia, Assistant Vice Provost for Distance Education and Extended Learning at North Carolina A&T State University
Tonya B. Amankwatia, Ph.D., Assistant Vice Provost for Distance Education and Extended Learning at North Carolina A&T State University, relishes inspiring teaching and learning excellence.
The Power of Executive CoachingDr. Jennifer deCoste, President of ACT Executive Coaching
With a Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction / Gender Studies from Penn State University, Jennifer has excelled in roles including Senior Vice President at RW Jones Agency and Vice President for Leadership Strategies at Credo Higher Education Consulting.
The WHOLE Experience: Reflecting on The State of Higher Education LeadershipDr. Morris Thomas, Assistant Provost & Associate Professor, School of Education at Howard University
Dr. Morris Thomas serves as Assistant Provost for Digital and Online Learning and Director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning and Assessment at Howard University.
Championing Gender Equality & Inclusion for a Brighter FutureDr Arletha McSwain, Vice Provost Access & Enrollment Management, Central State University
Dr. Arletha McSwain, a distinguished leader in online education, earned her PhD from the University of Missouri-Columbia, her Masters in Education, and her Bachelors in Education from Lincoln University-Missouri.
Making Sense of Credential Chaos
Christopher M. Mullin, Strategy Director for Data and Measurement, Lumina Foundation
Christopher Mullin, Ph.D., is strategy director of data and measurement for Lumina Foundation.
BOOKS & REVIEWS
How to Sell a Book?
Michael Stickler is a best-selling author and internationally sought-after speaker. Michael Stickler’s first book went from being “unsellable” (according to his publisher)…
Why College is not the Only Avenue Worth Pursuing?
Joshua Page is a husband, father, electrician, entrepreneur and TEDx Speaker. With the release of his first book, What Does Your Daddy…
