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Trusted Voices

A Presidential Pulse Check

Teresa and Erin preview Inside Higher Ed’s annual survey of presidents — and the long list of things keeping them up at night.

No Longer Nudging: States are Overhauling Higher Ed

Michael Harris joins TVP to discuss state legislatures are changing higher ed governance, why higher ed isn’t investigating its own Epstein ties — and how power is being reshaped in colleges and universities.

The Search for Certainty in 2026

Erin Hennessy and Teresa Valerio Parrot on how governance, financial sustainability, and strategic comms will shape which institutions are prepared for the coming year.

How to Stop Dying from Burnout

Todd Henry on how higher ed leaders can protect their energy, prune distractions, and lead with clarity, authenticity, and creative courage.

Will Trump’s ‘Compact’ End Autonomy in Higher Ed?

A crossover episode exploring how the Trump Administration’s higher ed compact could reshape governance, autonomy, and accountability across the industry.

UNC on the Hot Seat, and a Positive Public Opinion Poll

Teresa and Erin discuss the lawsuit against UNC, Vanderbilt’s poll that shows rising confidence in higher education, the increasing compliance struggle, and more.

Why St. Francis University is Leaving DI Athletics

Saint Francis University’s decision to drop Division I athletics wasn’t just about sports — it was about mission, students, and trust.

‘Let’s Get Back to The Work’: Starting the Year with Hope and Focus

As higher ed adjusts to a new normal of volatility, Teresa and Erin open Season 4 of Trusted Voices with a call to action: Keep your eye on the big picture and roll up your sleeves to get the work done.

End of Semester Reflections

As the industry faces political pressure and policy upheaval, the Trusted Voices podcast ends its third season with a rallying cry: lead boldly, rest fiercely, and never stop fighting for higher ed.

Will This Dumpster Fire Burn Itself Out?

When the sector’s on fire, real leadership means staying calm, not compliant.