CCA On the Air

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CCA On the Air Podcast

Complete College America (CCA) is committed to being a bold voice in the higher education space elevating critical conversations that both actively and passively impact college completion. We find ourselves at a time when the need for these conversations has reached a heightened level of importance. As a convener of thought leaders, CCA's On the Air podcast provides access to the most innovative and effective higher education leaders and advocates through candid conversations. Music by Wataboi from Pixabay

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Beyond Placement: Rethinking Student Support with Dr. Melinda Karp

    How do we move from insight to implementation in student success reforms? In the latest from CCA on the Air, Melinda Mechur Karp, Ph.D., Founder & Principal at Phase Two Advisory, discusses innovative placement practices and developmental education reform. In this episode, we talk about moving beyond traditional placement tests to more holistic approaches and how institutions can use lessons from adult learners to provide flexible, targeted support to all students. Dr. Karp, a researcher and sociologist by training, also dives into the relationship between research and implementation in driving meaningful change for students.

    35 min

  2. 20 AUG

    Amplifying Adult Learner Success: A Conversation with Wichita State University

    As institutions ramp up recruiting for adult learners, their increased presence on four-year campuses highlights both the strengths of this population and some unique gaps in existing student success strategies. On this episode of CCA On the Air, Pamela K O'Neal, MA, MPH, EdD, associate director of student engagement in the Office of Online and Adult Learning, and Brett Bruner, EdD, assistant vice president of student success and persistence in the Office of the Provost, share Wichita State University's approach with the Office of Online and Adult Learning influences student support campus-wide.

    33 min

  3. 6 AUG

    Leveling the play field: The transformative impact of TRIO programs

    In today’s episode, we dive into the transformative impact of TRIO programs on higher education. Join us as we explore how these federally funded initiatives support first-generation students in their pursuit of academic success. Ms. Lacey Brown from Baton Rouge Community College and Mr. Antonio Robinson from Trident Technical College share the vital role TRIO plays in leveling the playing field for young people in higher education.

    1h 4m

  4. 23 JUL

    Nurtured Advising: A Conversation with Dr. Patrice Glenn-Jones

    In this episode of CCA On The Air, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Patrice Glenn-Jones to our podcast. Dr. Glenn-Jones discusses "nurtured advising," its history, and how it was developed at Historically Black Institutions. She'll also share her insights on how this advising model can impact and transform student success, specifically for historically excluded students.

    37 min

  5. 9 JUL

    Telling student stories: Storytelling with Amy Wolf

    In this episode of CCA on the Air, CCA communications director Kate Derrick interviews Amy Wolf, senior public affairs officer and storyteller at Vanderbilt University. Today’s conversation touches on the power of storytelling to create economic opportunity and change lives. Wolf discusses her career path from news producing to higher education storytelling, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, personal connection, and finding purpose in one's work. She also shares tips on identifying and capturing compelling student stories, highlighting the value of diverse perspectives.

    34 min

  6. 25 JUN

    Scaling student success with faculty buy-in: A conversation with Dr. Kathy Almy

    Establishing a new student success approach takes a village. In this episode of CCA On the Air, Dr. Kathy Almy, CEO and founder of Almy Education, discusses the challenges of scaling student success initiatives with faculty buy-in. She emphasizes the importance of cross-functional teams with diverse perspectives, including faculty, staff, and administration. As a former math faculty member now supporting math success at scale at institutions around the country, Dr. Almy shares tips for facilitating open collaboration, multiple viewpoints, and honest feedback in campus cultures of all types.

    28 min

  7. 11 JUN

    FAFSA Frustration: Actionable Strategies for Completion

    It’s been a challenging year for the FAFSA. A much-needed update to the form added complications to the submission process for many students, families, and institutions. In this episode, financial aid experts and leaders share their strategies and tactics for increasing FAFSA completion rates while navigating this year’s challenges of implementing the updated financial aid application. You’ll hear from:  Bill DeBaun, National College Attainment Network Donna Linderman, The State University of New York Jason Seay, Tennessee Higher Education Commission & Student Assistance Corporation James Snider, Tennessee Higher Education Commission & Student Assistance Corporation Lucy McIntyre, The City University of New York Laura Myers, The City University of New York Dr. Michelle Ashcraft, Indiana Commission for Higher Education Dr. Chuck Lloyd, Community College System of New Hampshire Brian Weingart, West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission Sarah Szurpicki, Office of 60 by 30, Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential  You can also check out resources shared by our speakers: SUNY's FAFSA Completion Workshops New York State's FAFSA Guidance Community College System of New Hampshire's "Summer's on Us" Program CUNY FAST (Financial Aid Support Team) Indiana's Financial Aid Programs Indiana's Pre-Admissions Programs National College Attainment Network's FAFSA Tracker Tennessee's FAFSA Resources Tennessee's TN FAFSA Frenzy Events Tennessee's FAFSA BootCamp Resources

    57 min

  8. 28 MAY

    Oregon Teacher Pathways: The next generation of culturally responsive teachers

    In today’s episode, we speak to Dr. Tawnya Lubbes, Associate Professor of Education, ESL Program Advisor, and ESL Program Chair in the College of Education at Eastern Oregon University in Legrand, Oregon. The Oregon Teacher Pathways program at EOU is supporting the next generation of culturally responsive teachers by implementing accessible pathways from high school to professional careers. Dr. Lubbes shares how EOU is leveraging partnerships, peer mentoring, and identity-responsive strategies to engage students toward powerful college completion outcomes.

    32 min
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Complete College America (CCA) is committed to being a bold voice in the higher education space elevating critical conversations that both actively and passively impact college completion. We find ourselves at a time when the need for these conversations has reached a heightened level of importance. As a convener of thought leaders, CCA's On the Air podcast provides access to the most innovative and effective higher education leaders and advocates through candid conversations. Music by Wataboi from Pixabay

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  • Creator
    Complete College America
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    68
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Complete College America
  • Show Website
    CCA On the Air

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