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A space for conversations around the intersection of industry and higher education for adult learners. Brought to you by the University of Denver's College of Professional Studies (formerly University College). 

  1. The Impacts of AI on Digital Marketing

    02/22/2024

    The Impacts of AI on Digital Marketing

    Lisa Haas—marketing strategist, coach, and adjunct instructor at DU's College of Professional Studies (formerly University College)—explains how AI is the next evolution in digital marketing. Learn how AI is impacting content generation, personalization,  measurement, optimization and more. Lisa also shares tips on where she thinks this evolution is going and how to stay on top of the changes as they emerge.

    22 min
  2. Creating Inclusive Online Learning Spaces

    09/08/2022

    Creating Inclusive Online Learning Spaces

    We talk a lot about accessibility and inclusion in higher ed, but often the focus is on traditional students and in-person learning. What actions are we taking to make online learning spaces a place where adult students feel safe to share and learn? Joshua David Murphy Esqueda is a recent graduate of the College of Professional Studies (formerly University College) Communication Management program and  identifies as LBGTQIAS2+. We discuss how their experience in the program highlighted ways online courses can allow for better representation and inclusion. Joshua and I also discuss modifications that can be made to online course delivery and the impacts of those modifications would have on all students - not just those from underrepresented identities.

    32 min
  3. Career Chat: Cybersecurity with Richard Staynings

    03/11/2022

    Career Chat: Cybersecurity with Richard Staynings

    Global cybersecurity thought-leader, educator, speaker, and author Richard Staynings explains the field cybersecurity and talks about the critical role cybersecurity plays in nearly every industry across the globe.  According to Richard, there are five times more "attackers" than there are "defenders" working to keep our systems and infrastructures secure. Richard, adjunct faculty at the College of Professional Studies (formerly University College), also talks in detail about the specific need within the healthcare space. So, have a listen to learn more about how to get into this challenging and rewarding field.

    38 min
  4. Career Chat: Search Engine Marketing with Mindy Weinstein

    12/28/2021

    Career Chat: Search Engine Marketing with Mindy Weinstein

    Learn about the field of search engine marketing from seasoned SEO and industry-leading speaker, Mindy Weinstein. In this episode Dr. Weinstein, who teaches search marketing for the College of Professional Studies (formerly University College) in addition to running her own marketing agency, explains the different aspects of search marketing, describes how she got into the field,  and defends why it is a smart career path for marketers, content generators, writers, and people interested in psychology. She also gives out few tips on SEO strategy!

    28 min
  5. Words of Wisdom : Tips for career-switchers

    05/27/2021

    Words of Wisdom : Tips for career-switchers

    This episode features an interview with Lisa Ward, former EMT and current lobbyist, who offers inspiring words, smart advice, and a dose of reality for those looking to graduate school as a pathway to a new career. Lisa is an alumna of the Health Care Policy master's degree program at the College of Professional Studies (formerly University College). Prior to starting her graduate journey she spent considerable time and effort paving the way for a seamless transition from frontline health care work to government relations. Listen and learn!

    29 min
  6. Words of Wisdom: How to leverage your courses for professional wins

    05/05/2021

    Words of Wisdom: How to leverage your courses for professional wins

    This episode features an interview with Peter Lund. Peter was a current master's degree student in the Information & Communication Technology (now IT) program at the College of Professional Studies (formerly University College) and a seasoned professional who came to the program with 30 years of IT experience. Peter has done an exceptional job curating his graduate education so that he is leveraging every new learning opportunity and turning assignments into professional wins! Have a listen to learn just how he did it.

    29 min
  7. Raising faculty confidence and competence with delivering synchronous online learning

    03/05/2021

    Raising faculty confidence and competence with delivering synchronous online learning

    This episode features Bridget Arend as she explains lessons learned when a group of ten adjunct instructors join together to develop a training course to help other adjunct faculty gain comfort and confidence  with incorporating synchronous components into online courses. Bridget spearheaded the Online Teaching Ambassadors (OTA) initiative for the College of Professional Studies (formerly University College) over the fall 2020 and winter 2021 quarters. The OTA group was charged with developing a robust and comprehensive program, on a very tight timeline, to increase competence and foster enthusiasm around engaging students through synchronous online learning via Zoom across all college programs.

    43 min
  8. Words of Wisdom : Reach your goals while managing your busy life

    01/28/2021

    Words of Wisdom : Reach your goals while managing your busy life

    For the second episode in our Words of Wisdom series, we hear from an alumna of the College of Professional Studies (formerly University College), Martha Valle Veltri. Martha shares her reflections and experiences as a very busy graduate student. Hear how she juggled all that was on her plate while staying focused on achieving her goals. She offers some great tips to keep any current or prospective student managing work/school/life balance. She also offers a great overall perspective on getting through graduate school successfully.

    30 min
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A space for conversations around the intersection of industry and higher education for adult learners. Brought to you by the University of Denver's College of Professional Studies (formerly University College). 

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  • Creator
    Cindy Cragg
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 ElevatED
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