Radical Cooperation

Radical Cooperation
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Welcome to Radical Cooperation, the podcast in which higher education leaders explore collaboration as the key to lasting change. Host Dr. Michael Horowitz, together with presidents, chancellors, and trailblazing experts, dives into thought-provoking conversations about solutions to some of the most pressing issues in higher education. From fostering partnerships across institutions to leveraging innovation over tradition, each episode unpacks how cooperation, not competition, drives success. If you're ready to embrace bold, forward-thinking ideas that unite and inspire, you’re in the right place.

  1. The Hidden Work Behind Protecting Student Data

    12/17/2025

    The Hidden Work Behind Protecting Student Data

    Higher education is entering a new era of digital responsibility. As campuses adopt AI tools, expand online learning, and rely on data to improve the student experience, the pressure to protect that information has never been greater. In this episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael Horowitz speaks with Jeanne Eicks, Rick Merrick, and Pegah Parsi about how universities can build a culture of privacy that strengthens trust, reduces risk, and supports innovation. Together, they explore why privacy is no longer just a legal requirement, how student expectations are evolving across generations, and what it takes to lead responsibly in a world shaped by constant technological change. In this episode: Why privacy must be treated as a shared institutional value, not a checklist.How data footprints, AI use, and global regulations are reshaping higher ed.What “digital risk” really means for students, faculty, and the institution.Why the rise of privacy leadership in higher education signals a major cultural shift.How universities can balance innovation with protection—and earn student trust in the process.

    42 min
  2. The Strategic Power of the Higher Ed CFO

    11/25/2025

    The Strategic Power of the Higher Ed CFO

    Higher education is under financial pressure like never before. Rising costs, shrinking enrollments, and tuition-dependent models are forcing leaders to make hard choices about what to cut and what to protect. In this episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael Horowitz speaks with Jennifer Gantz, Chief Financial Officer of the Community Solution Education System, about how strategic investment, not austerity, is the key to institutional resilience. Together, they unpack why you can’t cut your way to greatness, how shared governance complicates financial decisions, and what it really takes to align money with mission in today’s higher ed landscape. In this episode: Why cutting costs alone undermines quality and long-term growth.How program prioritization, shared governance, and transparency create smarter decisions.The leadership mindset CFOs need to stay innovative and adaptive under pressure

    33 min
  3. The Future of Higher Ed Belongs to Bold Collaborators

    11/12/2025

    The Future of Higher Ed Belongs to Bold Collaborators

    Shrinking enrollments and financial strain are pressuring colleges nationwide, but survival isn’t about cutting to the bone. It’s about rethinking how institutions scale, collaborate, and innovate. In this episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael Horowitz speaks with Dr. Jeremy Moreland, president of Saybrook University, about how bold leadership and radical cooperation can transform higher education. From boosting doctoral completion rates to building trust with faculty and embracing calculated risk, Dr. Moreland shares lessons from leading institutions through challenge and change. In this episode: How economies of scale create room for innovation and resilience.Why transparency and collaboration are essential to student success.What higher ed leaders can learn from risk-taking and failure in other fields.

    39 min
  4. AI Literacy Is Higher Ed’s New Core Skill

    10/29/2025

    AI Literacy Is Higher Ed’s New Core Skill

    Artificial intelligence is reshaping the workforce, but most colleges and universities are still figuring out what it means for teaching, learning, and leadership. In this episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael Horowitz is joined by Dale Pike, Associate Provost for Technology-enhanced Learning at Virginia Tech, to unpack what AI literacy really requires in higher education, and why faculty readiness may be the biggest barrier to progress. Drawing from years of work in instructional design, emerging technologies, and generative AI research, Dale shares a clear-eyed view of what it will take for institutions to move beyond novelty and toward real integration. From the ethical foundations of AI use to the gaps between STEM and non-STEM learners, this conversation explores how higher ed can embed AI fluency without starting from scratch, and why the real work ahead isn’t technical, but cultural. In this episode: What AI literacy should look like across disciplinesWhy faculty development is essential for institutional readinessHow higher ed can evolve without abandoning its human-centered mission

    32 min
  5. The Long Game of Bold Educational Change

    10/15/2025

    The Long Game of Bold Educational Change

    Bold ideas alone don’t drive change in higher education. They need structure, support, and shared commitment to take root.  In this episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael Horowitz speaks with Dr. Nadege Dady, Dean of Student Affairs at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Harlem Campus about what it takes to lead boldly within complex systems. From expanding student access to healthcare careers, to navigating institutional risk and building lasting partnerships, Dr. Dady shares how strong leadership balances courage with clarity. Together, they explore why collaboration, communication, and planning are essential to making bold decisions that actually move institutions forward. In this episode: What distinguishes bold leadership from impulsive actionHow institutions can create the conditions for meaningful changeWhy student pathways depend on coordinated, strategic effortLove the podcast? Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!

    31 min
  6. What Every College President Needs to Know About Civic Engagement

    10/01/2025

    What Every College President Needs to Know About Civic Engagement

    What does it mean for a university to truly be of the community and not just in it? Dive into this transformative conversation about civic engagement and how higher education can shape a better future for all. In this episode of Radical Cooperation, host Dr. Michael Horowitz sits down with Dr. Matthew Nehmer, president of The Colleges of Law, to explore how universities can foster civic engagement and connect meaningfully with their communities. From debates on ballot propositions to free legal clinics, Dr. Niemer shares practical insights and inspiring stories of how institutions can lead the way in creating engaged citizens and meaningful societal change. Together, they uncover the power of collaboration in transforming education and empowering students to make a difference. In This Episode: How universities can move from being in the community to truly becoming of the community.Innovative approaches like public debates, legal clinics, and study-abroad experiences that create lasting impacts for students and the public.Overcoming obstacles to civic engagement and building partnerships that amplify an institution’s reach and relevance.Love the podcast? Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!

    36 min
  7. What It Takes to Lead in Online Education

    09/17/2025

    What It Takes to Lead in Online Education

    Online education has become essential, but the bar keeps rising. Today’s students expect flexibility, relevance, and connection. Can small colleges lead the next chapter of online learning? In this roundtable episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael Horowitz is joined by three bold leaders from The Community Solution Education System: Dr. Cherron Hoppes, Chief Academic Officer; Dr. Sean Nufer, Senior Director of Teaching and Learning; and Dr. Ruben Cortez, Professor at Pacific Oaks College. Together, they explore what it takes to deliver truly high-quality, student-centered online learning. From instructional design and faculty development to student belonging and cross-campus collaboration, this conversation reveals how small colleges—when grounded in purpose and supported by systems—can lead innovation at scale. In this episode: Why relevance and intentionality matter more than ever in online designHow small colleges can lead innovation with the right supportWhat students really want from today’s online learning experience

    45 min
  8. Building Career Pathways With Purpose

    09/03/2025

    Building Career Pathways With Purpose

    How can higher education better prepare students for lives—and careers—that work?In this episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael Horowitz is joined by Elizabeth Erickson, Executive Director of Higher Expectations for Racine County, to explore how colleges, employers, and communities can co-design education systems that lead to real opportunity. Drawing on her experience in Racine County and across the StriveTogether network, Elizabeth shares how career pathways are built not by chance, but through trust, alignment, and hands-on experience. From connecting high school students to dual credit and early fieldwork, to helping first-generation college students access mentorship and complete degrees, this conversation reveals how local partnerships can drive workforce success and transform entire communities. In this episode:Why career pathways must start earlier and be built with intentionHow real-world learning supports retention and long-term successWhat it takes to align institutions, employers, and families around student futures

    24 min
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Welcome to Radical Cooperation, the podcast in which higher education leaders explore collaboration as the key to lasting change. Host Dr. Michael Horowitz, together with presidents, chancellors, and trailblazing experts, dives into thought-provoking conversations about solutions to some of the most pressing issues in higher education. From fostering partnerships across institutions to leveraging innovation over tradition, each episode unpacks how cooperation, not competition, drives success. If you're ready to embrace bold, forward-thinking ideas that unite and inspire, you’re in the right place.

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