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Higher Voltage

The Power of Prestige

Ryan Craig explains why expanding access to highly selective institutions like Yale is the key to saving higher ed.

Breaking the College Rankings System

Colin Diver, author of the book “Breaking Ranks,” joins the podcast to discuss the problem with college rankings and how to replace them.

‘This Thing is Broken’: Hank Green Wants to End Student Debt and Fix Higher Education

Vlogger and entrepreneur Hank Green on why he cofounded the online education platform Study Hall.

Is the Supreme Court About to End Affirmative Action in Higher Ed?

Natasha Warikoo of Tufts University joins the show to discuss the potential end of race-conscious admissions.

How to Recruit More First-Gen and Underrepresented Students

NYU’s Jonathan B. Williams shares why institutions should partner with communities to develop educational pipelines and recruit diverse student populations.

Degree Choices Hopes to Reduce US News’ Rankings Dominance

David Levy discusses how higher ed rankings are doing a disservice to Black applicants and the importance of comprehensive data collection.

The End of Affirmative Action: What Happens Now?

Natasha Warikoo of Tufts University rejoins the show to discuss the recent SCOTUS decision ending race-conscious admissions in higher ed and what it means moving forward.

What’s Your Institution’s McDonald’s Order?

Dr. Marcus Collins joins Kevin Tyler to discuss institutional culture and how it correlates to a student’s desire to attend.

Be Visible, Be Engaged, but Be Circumspect – Dr. Brit Kirwan

Dr. Kirwan explores the delicate tightrope of leadership communications and the need to protect higher ed’s most important tenet: free speech.

You Can Only Tell a Story That Already Exists

Erin and Teresa welcome Higher Voltage’s Kevin Tyler to discuss institutional culture and climate as they explore the pivotal role of two-way communications in creating a sense of belonging.