North Idaho College, a community college with an enrollment of nearly 10,000, is a cautionary tale for what happens when the President speaks up for what is right, faces off against a Board of Trustees who are squabbling and unqualified leading to the President being fired without cause, a law-suit, a loss of its insurance coverage, a Moody’s downgrade, mass exodus of executive leadership and is now on the precipice of losing its accreditation. Rick MacLennan is the former President of North Ida...
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Executive leadership within HigherEducation requires the political savvy of a successful mayor, the fundraising acumen of a major gifts officer and the ability to leverage academic curiosity alongside nimble change management. All the while maintaining campus traditions and respecting the evolution of the institution. On this show, we are joined by Dr. Walter Kimbrough an expert and scholar and former HBCU president who will provide insight into the opportunities and challenges that are unique t...
Apr 14, 2023•56 min
Essential aspects of a Veteran Friendly campus include Mental Health and Disability Services that are not only offered to students but meet students where they are. The challenge may be getting Veterans to use these services. Framing mental health and disability services in ways that will encourage students to utilize these services will not only benefit Veterans but also other student populations that do not maximize these campus opportunities. My co-host, Dr. David Vacchi from the Naval War Co...
Mar 25, 2023•57 min
Veterans have a proven track record for being self motivated and completing their studies, and add a diversity of lived experiences to campuses. Having a campus that is considered Veteran Ready goes beyond a yellow-ribbon or an asterisk in a view book. There are essential components of what makes a campus truly Veteran Ready and achieving such benefits the entire campus. Dr. David Vacchi from the Naval War College in Newport, RI will be my co-host for this three part series on Veteran Friendly C...
Mar 10, 2023•1 hr 5 min
March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb, and based on the recent news on campus … that’s pretty damn accurate. Join Dr De Veau and the Think Tank for a lively discussion on all things now criminal on campus. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/i5FN
Mar 01, 2023•1 hr 4 min
In a January 2023 announcement, Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken outlined a new initiative entitled “Welcome Corps”. The Welcome Corps was designed based on existing programs building hosting programs for Ukrainian, Afghan and Venezuelan refugees. The new program will allow for host corps to sponsor refugees from a wider representation of countries. It also allows for Higher Ed institutions to be a part of the Corps. On this edition of Office Hours we are joined by Laura Wagner from the Presi...
Feb 08, 2023•59 min
Students are smack in the middle of Winter Break and now is the time when news travels - and may hit hard. Thinking of leaving school? Transferring? Changing major? Moving in with a lover? Breaking up with one? This month is about the families and the students they are here to support. With returning guest, Beth Grampetro MPH, CHES. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/zG7C
Jan 04, 2023•1 hr 6 min
The December Think Tank takes on current news about campus response to mental health and how does the field of Student Affairs attack the loss of staff who re leaving Higher Education? With think tank members: Dr Gage Paine, Dr. Cory Davis & Beth Grampetro, MPH. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/pUAY
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr 4 min
A group of powerful women share their experiences in an inspiring book, you get “Brave Women at Work: Stories of Resilience”. Success in business and in their personal lives is accomplished through perseverance, drive, and action. Women overcome a range of obstacles to create optimal lives. They face challenges at work, with health, burnout, and childrearing. Each author shows us there is a well of resilience within us that can be tapped and deployed to overcome staunch difficulties. This show w...
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Collective bargaining has been a part of campus labor for decades, but with unionization of Resident Assistants, Grad Students and other campus personnel on the rise, as well as students unionizing in their off campus jobs - Unions are HOT. This episode will feature labor attorney Alfred O’Connell to discuss labor and organizing origins and trends. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/WngP
Nov 15, 2022•59 min
Are Southern universities and colleges finding a surge of applicants from “woke” havens on the coasts? In this episode of “Office Hours” we will be joined by reporter Nicole LaPorte, whose recent piece for Town & Country, entitled “Southern Exposure” documents how students, and parents, are seeking southern campuses where the temperature and the campus culture seems to be warmer. Nicole LaPorte is a Los Angeles - Based Senior Writer for Fast Company who writes about where technology and ente...
Nov 08, 2022•59 min
Office Hours is Live at the Commit 2 Excellence Conference. On this episode, we meet four of the amazing C2E faculty, Linnita Hosten, Dr. Jermaine Davis, Connie Armento and Michael Miller. You will hear from them and see why the students who attended C2E got such an incredible experience exploring so many dimensions of their leadership. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/yaAD
Nov 06, 2022•44 min
Office Hours is Live at the Commit 2 Excellence Conference - Micro Podding and Meeting Participants and Handing Out Leadership Advice. Meet Sam who is looking for tactical and productive resources to sustain their campus GSA and look to the future. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/6NFc
Nov 06, 2022•27 min
Office Hours is Live at the Commit 2 Excellence Conference. Micro podding and handing out leadership advice. Meet Deishah from Augustana College, Bri from Stockton University, Darionta from Campbellsville University & Kavon from Corvias Foundation. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/2o7P
Nov 06, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Live from the Commit 2 Excellence Conference! Micro pods - leadership coaching! Meet Monica from Stockton University and Alex from Nashua Community College Be part of the next show https://f.chat/DMKS
Nov 06, 2022•28 min
Dr. DeVeau is on the faculty of the Commit 2 Excellence Leadership Conference and will be hosting 15 minute coaching on the floor of the conference! Join in - hear from attendees about their leadership challenges - and get the DL on what they can take back to their lives on campus. And live listeners - pitch in on the advice! On this episode, meet Jewel from New Hampshire Technical Institute. Jewel has questions about creating a podcast, taking risks and decides to take a leap toward their futur...
Nov 06, 2022•36 min
Dr. DeVeau is on the faculty of the Commit 2 Excellence Leadership Conference and will be hosting 15 minute coaching on the floor of the conference! Join in - hear from attendees about their leadership challenges - and get the DL on what they can take back to their lives on campus. On this episode - meet Addie from High Point University, Carla from Fitchburg State University and Lauren from Nashua Community College! Be part of the next show https://f.chat/cjpA
Nov 06, 2022•25 min
The Think Tank Returns for a discussion of the outcomes of a report on PELL affordability nation wide. Are there less institutions that are financially in play for qualified PELL students? The answer is YES, but what is the future for these students? We will also be taking on the issue of legacy admissions. Join us on November 1st! Be part of the next show https://f.chat/fDia
Nov 04, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Being an educator means (hopefully) having an impact on one’s students. On the next episode of Office Hours we are joined by a member of the House of De Veau, K. Parker Hess, who will speak on the transition from Graduate Student, to New Professional to “Next Step Pro”. Be ready for a lively conversation between Dr. De Veau and ONE of her favorite Mentees. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/SZBN
Oct 19, 2022•59 min
On the October episode of the Office Hours Think Tank we will be discussing tuition resets, the recent back and forth and back again on LGBTQ student group recognition at Yeshiva University and we will give a brief insight into the importance of strong crisis management within a campus. Be a part of the next show by signing up at firesidechat.com
Oct 05, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Midterm elections are fast approaching, and campus voting has taken on new urgency in universities across the US. “You’ve probably heard that young people don’t vote,” says educator Laura De Veau, the host of Office Hours, “but is that really accurate?” On the next live episode of her show, Dr. De Veau examines whether new voter registration laws are working against mobilizing students to go to the polls. Stephanie King from ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge and Mike Burns from Campus Vote Proje...
Sep 27, 2022•1 hr 2 min
USDOE has announced a $5 million grant program to support the college completion fund for post secondary success. The program targets, HBCUs, tribal colleges, and minority serving institutions to invest in data driven reforms that will improve completion rates. On this episode of Office Hours, we will be joined by Dr. Catherine Brown from the National College Attainment Network to discuss this important policy implication.  Connect with Dr. De Veau: https://linktr.ee/deveautrain Be a part of th...
Sep 20, 2022•52 min
The Think Tank returns with a look at top issues going into the 2022-23 academic year! This months topics include: Abortion and reproductive health access in the wake of the Dobbs decision; the return of student engagement and we continue our discussion of student loan forgiveness. Be a part of the next show by signing up at firesidechat.com
Sep 12, 2022•1 hr 3 min
#CancelStudentDebt has been a hashtag that has made its way around social media. It brings with it a great deal of division and passion. Some feel it is too much, some not enough. On August 24th, President Biden and Secretary Cardona announced a three part plan to help struggling students and their families, with $10,000 loan forgiveness to those earning under $125,000 a year and $20,000 to those who were PELL eligible while enrolled in College. Previously, the US DOE Has been pushing the Public...
Sep 01, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Season 2 of the Future of Professional Development for US Higher education Professionals! Hosted by Dr. Laura De Veau, higher education strategist and thought leader. Recorded weekly on the Fortify Network, on Fireside. Collaborative, Engaging and Current Professional Development direct to your Earbuds! Be a part of the next show by signing up at firesidechat.com
Aug 16, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Season 2 of the Future of Professional Development for US Higher education Professionals! Hosted by Dr. Laura De Veau, higher education strategist and thought leader. Recorded weekly on the Fortify Network, on Fireside. Collaborative, Engaging and Current Professional Development direct to your Earbuds! Be a part of the next show by signing up at firesidechat.com
Aug 16, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Veterans on campus are a highly misunderstood and inconsistently served student population. The root of the issue may very well be that despite serving this community since the GI bill we still stereotype them. This episode will bring an expert to give us the low down on what we can and should do to serve this population. Be a part of the next show by signing up at firesidechat.com
Jul 02, 2022•1 hr
LGBTQIA Students require specific student supports and services to thrive. Learn best practices from our expert, Alex Cabal. Be a part of the next show by signing up at firesidechat.com
Jul 02, 2022•58 min
RISK, Culture & CARE. There is A crisis of care on campus. On this show we discussed how campus leadership can collaborate to create a space where students feel seen, heard, and they know there are clear processes that will support them. Be a part of the next show by signing up at firesidechat.com
Jul 02, 2022•1 hr 9 min
First generation college students bring a tremendous diversity of experiences to our campuses. However because there is little home base knowledge of the challenges of what occurs on campus, our campus services must step in to provide a rich and diverse support system for the students to succeed. Be a part of the next show by signing up at firesidechat.com
Jul 02, 2022•1 hr 2 min
