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The internet is dead…now what?

In an internet awash with AI-generated content, how do you still reach your audience while maintaining your integrity?

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By: Kellen Manning

Help: My President Wants Results From Our Rebrand Right Now

Plus, what to do if you think you’re ready for a promotion, but there are no signs of roles above you opening up any time soon.

Dear Jaime /
By: Jaime Hunt

Leadership Lessons: My First 90 Days at William & Mary

What I’ve learned about people management, planning and making myself accessible and accountable.

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By: Shane Baglini

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Your brain matters more than ever

In the age of AI, interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence and lived experience are essential assets and key differentiators for higher ed marketers.

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By: Shane Baglini

How can I create marketing materials that show inclusivity without being performative?

In her latest advice column, Jaime Hunt answers a question about authentic inclusive marketing and also counsels a leader whose team opposes a new project management tool.

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By: Jaime Hunt

How can I centralize marcomm without destroying trust and morale?

In the first video version of her advice column, Jaime Hunt answers a persistent question for higher ed marcomm pros.

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By: Jaime Hunt

The state of the higher ed workforce ‘is not good’

Stress and uncertainty are pervading a relatively stagnant workforce, but there are signs of hope if you look hard enough.

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By: Eddie Francis
Can’t-Miss Higher Ed Conferences for 2024-25

Can’t-Miss Higher Ed Conferences for 2025-26

Our tracker of virtual, in-person and hybrid higher education leadership conferences for the upcoming academic year.

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By: Volt
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Adoption, agents and empathy: Notes from the 2025 Engage Summit

This year’s conference underscored the urgency and opportunity for higher education to jump on the AI train.

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By: Kevin Renton
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My President Won’t Budget for Rebrand Research—Now What?

When leadership wants to skip a research and “content team” doesn’t capture your impact, here’s what to do.

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By: Jaime Hunt
Can’t-Miss Higher Ed Conferences for 2024-25

Can’t-Miss Higher Ed Conferences for 2025

Our tracker of virtual, in-person and hybrid higher education leadership conferences for the upcoming academic year.

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By: Volt
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Help! How can I support DEI when the rules keep changing?

As higher ed DEI restrictions increase, marketers can take practical steps to support inclusion while staying within institutional guidelines.

Dear Jaime /
By: Jaime Hunt
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Why blended leadership works best.

Great leaders know when to listen, when to lead, and when to adapt—blending servant and adaptive leadership makes all the difference.

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By: Jamie Ceman

My university is pushing program-specific campaigns. Should I resist?

Are awareness campaigns a smart investment or a waste of resources? Jaime Hunt breaks it down.

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By: Jaime Hunt
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I’m getting too old for this … or am I?

Three ways to stay relevant, build trust and thrive in the fast-paced world of social media, no matter where you are in your career or how old you are.

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By: Kellen Manning
Dear Jaime, I’m Struggling to Attract Graduate Students – What Can I Do?

I’m struggling to attract graduate students. What can I do?

Graduate recruitment isn’t about selling degrees; it’s about creating experiences that inspire and engage.

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By: Jaime Hunt