Just before the holidays, one of my favorite inspirational writers, Seth Godin, put up a new post on his website. In writing about “The Real Scam of Influencer,” Seth included this nugget (among others): “When there’s a single metric (likes/followers), we end up looking in...
This beginning of the school year is such a great time of year. Of course, THE best part is that its also the beginning of IPEDS season! Yes, I know — and you do, too, if you read my last blog — I get a...
I’m heading back to work today after spending two great days in DC with 29 other incredible IPEDS Educator colleagues. This was my 11th IIE, and true to form, it didn't disappoint. Here We Go Again! As I shift my focus back to my daily responsibilities...
I have been working in higher education for nearly 20 years. This year marks my 11th year as an IPEDS trainer (Yay!!). Time and again, people ask me: "What is a 'good' graduation rate?". And time and again, I'm reminded that I don't exactly have...
Conferences, especially big conferences, can be overwhelming for anyone. The AIR Forum 2019 certainly qualifies as a big conference. And it can DEFINITELY be overwhelming. Over the years, I've gained some perspective and tips that help me maximize my time at the Forum and avoid...
This year's Association for Institutional Research Annual Forum is finally almost here! It took me f.o.r.e.v.e.r. to build my agenda because the program is so packed with great learning and networking opportunities. I am so looking forward to networking with old and new colleagues,...
Benchmarking, both formal and informal, is pretty common in higher education. We take a look at what other colleges and universities are doing and compare our efforts and outcomes. Analyze whether or not our performance is on par. Look for opportunities for improvement. Dig deep...
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)'s annual Academic Resource Conference (2019) kicks off today. I'm heading there tomorrow and am looking forward to a packed schedule! On Thursday, I'll be presenting an exciting conversation on benchmarking strategies and...
It’s hard to believe 2019 is here already. If the new year can sneak up this quickly, so too can deadlines. It happens to all of us. So, let’s do better at planning to succeed this year. Whenever I think about the concept of planning to...
