Beyond Academics

Introducing the first of many "Highlights for Executives"! We know you're busy, and in case you missed it, here are some tidbits from our Student-Centric BHive Session! Stay tuned for our Key Insights that we will be publishing soon. #ThinkSpace #Bhive #ConversationsThatMatter #YourVoiceMatters Sachin Koshy WILLIAM CULEY Frederik Creugers Matt Alex Elizabeth (Liz) Powell Lauren Wass Rogelio Guzman, PMP Joel Abraham Nicholas A. Gabrielle Kristofich Elisabet Vizoso Higher Education User Group

Looking forward to this conversation with some of the most thought provoking leaders in Higher Ed, all having different views. We invite you to join the conversation! The Great Debate ~ The Purpose of Higher Ed! #BHive Kate Colbert Bernard Bull Mark Salisbury Gary A. Bolles Keil Dumsch Christine E. Looser Matt Alex Gabrielle Kristofich Higher Education User Group The Chronicle of Higher Education EDUCAUSE Inside Higher Ed Connect Inside Higher Ed

There's a lot of chatter about AI, but where do blockchain and tokenization of IP fit into your future-ready strategy? Catch this preview and get the answer in the full episode here - https://lnkd.in/enXHcd2X

So, it’s Go Time! Are you ready for the LinkedIn post, or are you ready to show your campus what your multi-million-dollar spend was actually for? Many campuses can’t articulate what they achieved with the money they invested. Instead, they spin the message, claiming the value will come after go-live stabilization. But will it? In reality, you’re likely about to spend millions more to stabilize and validate a system you’ve been working on for at least two years, only to hear that it "just needs a little more time." Question: Where did the money go? While go-live may seem like the final goal post, most implementation teams create a “next phase” mantra when they realize they can’t achieve everything initially promised. However, this “next phase” rarely materializes because simply stabilizing after go-live becomes too time-consuming and resource-intensive. This is the core issue with today’s implementations. Everyone wants to boast about the software selection, but no one talks about the actual transformation that will happen —the outcomes your campus was supposed to benefit from. Some will claim they’ve done campus pre-work, but let’s be honest—none of that truly prepares your campus for the transformation they desire. They may even label it as “Readiness,” but it’s not. It’s just part of the implementation setup, not the groundwork for real transformation. So if a student implementation is in front of you, do you know where your millions will go? Really, do you? You won’t unless you prioritize Pre-Transformation Work before even selecting a software solution. This is exactly what we help our clients avoid—wasting millions by skipping the critical pre-pre-work (Pre-Transformation) needed for meaningful, lasting change. Feel free to reach out if you need to realign your campus transformation to ensure a clear understanding of where your money is going and, more importantly, how to measure tangible outcomes. Repost this for peers who might benefit. Beyond Academics Lauren Wass Elizabeth (Liz) Powell Stephanie Powell Sally Abraham Gabrielle Kristofich Frederik Creugers John Thompson-Haas Joe Abraham Nate Baron Rogelio Guzman, PMP Sujoy Pereira Nick Morosco Michael Kurilla, MEd John Dove Andrew Drinkwater, MBA Sanjay Khanna Sam Kann Nathan Jay Sorensen, MBA RDN 🇩🇰🇺🇸 Kathy Bader, PhD EDUCAUSE The Chronicle of Higher Education Inside Higher Ed Higher Education User Group

𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀? In this conversation, Joe Abraham and Matt Alex discuss the critical role of uncomfortable conversations in driving change within organizations, particularly in higher education. They explore the reasons why these conversations are often avoided, the impact of fear on decision-making, and the importance of leadership in guiding teams through necessary changes. The discussion emphasizes the need for self-reflection, and the significance of understanding the 'why' behind change initiatives. Full Episode: https://lnkd.in/grpraXq2

We asked Fred a really important question every CIO (and future technology leader) should know the answer to. Check out this week's episode of Fridays with Freddie to get the answer (and much more) https://lnkd.in/eqG2h2nx

Let’s make 2025 the Year of the Student—but first, let’s set the stage in 2024. The HEUG and Beyond Academics will run this ThinkSpace to flush out the themes of a Student Centric Campus. Imagine a truly student-centric campus: one where every decision, every process, and every experience is designed with students’ needs, aspirations, and growth at the heart. In this transformative ThinkSpace, we’ll reimagine what higher education can be when we shift the focus from institutional convenience to student-centered innovation. For too long, campuses have prioritized policies and systems that worked for the institution. But today’s learners demand more. They expect experiences as seamless and intuitive as what they encounter in their daily lives—and campuses must rise to meet the challenge. How do we lead the way in a student-centric ecosystem? How do we rethink and redesign the campus experience to truly compete and thrive? Join us in this exciting conversation as we collaborate to design the campus of tomorrow. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this movement! Higher Education User Group Beyond Academics Gabrielle Kristofich Matt Alex

In this enlightening session, we invite a senior Data & AI leader Taj Pirzada from Nike to share insights and strategies that have allowed Nike to remain at forefront of innovation. The discussion will focus on applying the Nike analytics mindset to common higher education challenges. We’ll explore how Nike’s approach to data, analytics, and strategic decision-making can be adapted to address issues faced by campuses. This session will provide a unique perspective, illustrating how a the brand tackles problems and drives success. You will gain valuable knowledge on leveraging data in your role - inspired by Nike’s methodology. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that bridges the gap between product innovation and academic excellence.

With AI & Analytics playing a much more critical role in higher education. Lets see if other industries can help us leverage it. We invite Nike AI leader Taj Pirzada - MS AI/ML to the BHive to to facilitate a conversation on how would Nike run your campus? Don't miss it. Sign up and join the conversation.

A Must-Watch episode of Fridays With Freddie called "The Robots Are Coming!" Whether you're an administrator, faculty member or technologist, you need to heed the warning, and get talking about this at your institution. The full episode is on youtube at https://lnkd.in/egJQkcey