Campus Confidential

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Campus Confidential

If you work in higher education, you already know – this sh*t is hard! Campus Confidential follows Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman as they dive deep into the real world of higher education leadership. Alongside special guests from across the industry, they share insights about highs and lows, complex personal reflections, and managing change in this dynamic world. By providing a space for community, connection, and vulnerability, Kelsey and Loren aim to validate current leaders, inspire future ones, and ultimately bring the heart back to higher education.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Dr. George Grant – Speaking Truth to Power

    Have you ever faced the choice of speaking up or staying quiet? (Yeah, us too!) In this episode, Dr. George Grant, President of Saginaw Valley State University, tells us about a time he stood up to power, why celebrating failure unleashes innovation, how self-worth and voice are the backbone to risk-taking, and what skills he is still working on as a leader. Stick around for the extra credit to hear about our favorite Halloween costumes! Campus Confidential is presented by Compass Group and produced by Corey Inscoe – with your hosts Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman.

    46 min

  2. OCT 7

    Dr. Teri Hall – That Time I was Told "No"

    It sucks to be told no! (Especially when it’s by the President!) It’s also an inevitable part of the job. Dr. Teri Hall, Vice President for Student Affairs at Wichita State University, tells us about a time she was told no and what she learned and offers advice about how to remain positive and not take it personally. (If your zodiac sign is Aquarius, you’ll love this episode!). Stick around for the Extra Credit to see if Kelsey can crush the Quiz Part II. Campus Confidential is presented by Compass Group and produced by Corey Inscoe – with your hosts Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman.

    43 min

  3. SEP 23

    Jason Taylor – Career Changes

    Most of us will change jobs, if not entire careers, at least once. Jason Taylor, Managing Partner at The Annex Group, helps us understand what we can learn from baboons, scorpions, and frogs; why moms are the best career counselors; and steps you can take to evaluate the nagging feeling it might be time for a change (as well as why it’s also OK to stay right where you are!). Stick around for the Extra Credit to hear how Kelsey does on Loren’s Higher Ed Quiz! Campus Confidential is presented by Compass Group and produced by Corey Inscoe – with your hosts Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman.

    43 min

  4. SEP 9

    Season 3: Tell me about a time ...

    Welcome to Season 3! To kick it off, Kelsey and Loren try a new “guest prompt” on each other. Listen in to hear Kelsey describe a time she had to deliver hard news to an employee, how she did it, and what she learned. And Loren recounts the time he felt underprepared for a big decision and how he got himself ready. They also describe this season’s new format, what a dream cruise is, and where they were during Hurricane Dolly (or was it Debbie?!). Campus Confidential is presented by Compass Group and produced by Corey Inscoe – with your hosts Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman.

    32 min

  5. JUL 22

    This is not temporary (w/Higher Ed Association Execs)

    In the last episode of Season 2, we hear from association executives Mary DeNiro (ACUHO-I), Pam Watts (NIRSA) and Mike Moss (SCUP) as they reflect on the leadership research we’ve been discussing, tell us how their associations are changing to meet higher education needs, and what they have had to “unlearn to relearn” as leaders themselves. Stay for the Extra Credit to hear what we have planned for Season 3! Have an idea for a guest or topic for our next season? Let us know! Campus Confidential is presented by Compass Group and produced by Corey Inscoe – with your hosts Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman.

    53 min

  6. JUL 8

    Courage: More art than science (w/Amanda Bailey, Bob Shea & TJ Logan)

    Want to know how to lead more courageously? Bob Shea (UNC Greensboro), Amanda Bailey (Boston University), and Dr. TJ Logan (Brailsford & Dunlavey) give us a master class on how (and when!) to speak truth to power, why managing culture is as important as managing information and why love is the foundation to courage (yea, seriously!). And, don’t be afraid to stay for the Extra Credit to hear Kelsey and Loren share their private moments of career courage. Campus Confidential is presented by Compass Group and produced by Corey Inscoe – with your hosts Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman.

    55 min

  7. JUN 24

    Show up to the moment (w/Lisa Walker & DJ Pepito Chavez)

    As we near the end of our series on the state of the higher ed workforce, Lisa Walker (The Equity Group Consulting) and DJ Pepito Chavez (Society for College and University Planning) explain the difference between employee sense of purpose and sense of belonging, what contributes to burnout, and why leaders should think “dial” rather than “light switch” when supervising others. If you’re looking for travel tips, listen in as Kelsey and Loren describe what they did Memorial Day weekend and what they have planned for summer (#youcandobetter!). Campus Confidential is presented by Compass Group and produced by Corey Inscoe – with your hosts Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman.

    56 min

  8. JUN 10

    Employee belonging: Is Higher Ed late to this party? (w/Earl Cabellon & Dr. Erin Patchett)

    In this episode, we’re joined by Earl Cabellon, Director of Staff Experience and Culture at the University of Maryland, and Dr. Erin Patchett, Director of Administration and Assessment at Colorado State University. They help us understand why belonging is essential to employee productivity, satisfaction, and retention; what needs to be unlearned to be relearned; and what supervisors can do to create it. (And join in our fun as our producer Corey has tech problems to start the episode!) Campus Confidential is presented by Compass Group and produced by Corey Inscoe – with your hosts Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman.

    51 min
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If you work in higher education, you already know – this sh*t is hard! Campus Confidential follows Kelsey Harmon Finn and Loren Rullman as they dive deep into the real world of higher education leadership. Alongside special guests from across the industry, they share insights about highs and lows, complex personal reflections, and managing change in this dynamic world. By providing a space for community, connection, and vulnerability, Kelsey and Loren aim to validate current leaders, inspire future ones, and ultimately bring the heart back to higher education.

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  • Creator
    Compass Group
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Compass Group
  • Show Website
    Campus Confidential

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