Podcasts about Liberal arts education

Summary In this episode of the Develop This Podcast, Dennis Fraise interviews Ron Cole, PhD, the President of Allegheny College. They discuss the unique aspects of Allegheny College's liberal arts education, the importance of adapting to workforce needs, and the college's initiatives to engage with the local community and industry. Ron shares insights on the relevance of education in today's economy, the establishment of micro credentials, and the collaborative efforts with local businesses to enhance economic development in Meadville, Pennsylvania. The conversation highlights the significance of community partnerships and the role of higher education in fostering a thriving local economy. Takeaways Allegheny College offers a distinctive curriculum with major and minor combinations. Liberal arts education equips students with problem-solving and communication skills. Micro credentials are integrated into the curriculum to enhance employability. Industry partnerships are essential for aligning education with workforce needs. Community engagement is a priority for Allegheny College. The Allegheny Lab for Innovation and Creativity supports local economic development. Building relationships with local businesses is crucial for success. The Community Impact Hub connects students with real-world challenges. The Meadville Community Revitalization Corporation aims to enhance the local downtown area. Listening to community needs is key to effective collaboration.

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Welcome to Classical Essentials, a special Best of Basecamp Live series!Over the years, we've explored the core principles of classical Christian education, and one of the most overlooked yet essential elements is beauty. In this final episode of our Classical Essentials series, we revisit a critical conversation about why beauty is not just decoration—it's foundational to understanding truth and goodness.Nick Duncan, professional chef and humanities teacher, shares how beauty shapes our affections, awakens our souls, and ultimately leads us toward God. In a world that reduces beauty to subjective taste, this episode dives into why restoring beauty in our homes and classrooms is key to forming wise, virtuous, and flourishing students.

Welcome to Classical Cornerstones, a special Best of Basecamp Live series! Over the years, we've had incredible conversations unpacking the foundational ideas of classical Christian education. In this series, we're bringing back some of the most popular and essential episodes to help parents, educators, and school leaders better understand the core principles that make this movement so impactful.In this episode, Dr. David Diener tackles a critical question: What is the true purpose of education? Many assume that education is primarily about college and career readiness, but classical Christian education aims much higher—toward the formation of virtuous, wise, and flourishing human beings. Discover why this timeless approach to learning is more relevant than ever in shaping the next generation.

In this episode of Conceptually Speaking, I sit down with Dr. Annie Abrams, author of Short Changed: How Advanced Placement Cheats American Students, to explore the complex relationship between policy, pedagogy, and the purpose of English education in America. Our conversation weaves between critiques of AP's corporatization of liberal arts education and deeper questions about what it means to teach literature meaningfully. Annie and I wrestle with how institutional forces shape (and often constrain) the rich interpretive practices and humanizing ethos that make English teaching worthwhile.Key Concepts from the Episode:Corporate MediationAP's shift from facilitating teacher-professor collaboration to prescribing standardized curriculumThe "AP brand" becoming synonymous with rigor while potentially undermining authentic liberal arts experiencesSpaces of/for Literary DiscourseLack of institutional support for teachers to engage deeply with texts and scholarshipDisconnect between growing public appetite for literary criticism and classroom spacesVision for ChangeDrawing on Ralph Ellison to balance critique with hope for the American project Need to move beyond standardized frameworks to build sustainable communities of practice with institutional supportFor teachers wrestling with their own relationship to AP or seeking ways to cultivate more meaningful literary experiences in their classrooms, this conversation offers both validation and vision for what might be possible. While we may not have all the answers, the episode demonstrates the value of creating spaces where we can explore these questions together.Check out more of Annie's work here:Short Changed (book)Teaching Ellison (article)Show Information:My SiteMy SubstackMusic Credit:Infraction - No Copyright MusicSupport the show

Is this the end of an era for the liberal arts? Across the globe, even Harvard is shutting down humanities programs or reducing funding. Are we prioritizing STEM and technology at the expense of culture, philosophy, and history? We explore what this trend signifies for education and society, and whether there is still a place for Aristotle in a world dominated by AI! On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushun

Anna Cannon '22, Religion, History, and Basketball teacher at a school in Iraq, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss difficult students, teaching in a foreign country, and how interacting with Iraqi students has made her a better teacher. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vincent Price stars as the titular Dr. Phibes in 1971's The Abominable Dr. Phibes, a horror film with a touch of comedy (depending entirely on your definition of comedy). Join Juliet and Theresa to talk about the magical 1970s meets 1920s world of Dr. Phibes, how this film paved the way for the Saw franchise, and why a good liberal arts education is essential for a horror anti-hero. CW/TW: none for this episodeBuy us a coffee!Become a Patron!Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The C21 Center hosted a conversation on the value and impact of Jesuit, Catholic liberal arts education with authors from the newest issue of C21 Resources magazine, "Liberal Arts Education: Its Value and Impact." Speakers: John L. Mahoney - Retired Vice Provost of Enrollment Management and Director of Admissions, Boston College Thomas Wesner - Professor of the Practice, Carroll School of Management, Boston College The Jesuit, Catholic liberal arts educational model is more important than ever, given contemporary challenges. This magazine explores the mission and the role of colleges/universities in accompanying students as they discern who they will become. Date of event: October 3, 2024 The painting Tom Wesner references during his talk is entitled The Church: The Educator of Mankind painted by Jesuit artist Br. Francis J. Schroen. The below photo of the painting was taken by Lee Pelligrini: Explore this issue at: https://bc.edu/c21jesuithighered Learn more about the C21 Center and our resources: Website: https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/centers/church21.html Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/c21center/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/C21Center/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/C21Center LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/104167883 Email: church21@bc.edu 

College is expensive. Even with ramped-up financial aid efforts from universities, people are still trying to decide if tuition will lead to a smart return on their investment. Is a liberal arts education worth the price tag? In this episode, host Samantha Laine Perfas talks with economist David Deming, educator Nancy Hill, and philosophy Professor Susanna Siegel about how to make a liberal arts education attractive again.

The C21 Center celebrated its latest issue of C21 Resources with conversation moderated by guest editor Elizabeth Shlala, Associate Dean for the Core at Boston College. Panelists included: David Quigley, Provost & Dean of Faculties, Boston College Jaime L. Waters, Associate Professor of Old Testament, Clough School of Theology and Ministry Gregory Kalscheur, S.J., Dean, Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences, Boston College The Jesuit, Catholic liberal arts educational model is more important than ever, given contemporary challenges. This magazine explores the mission and the role of colleges/universities in accompanying students as they discern who they will become. Explore this issue at: https://bc.edu/c21jesuithighered Learn more about the C21 Center and our resources here: Website: https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/centers/church21.html Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/c21center/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/C21Center/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/C21Center LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/104167883  Email: church21@bc.edu 

This is part two of our conversation with JP Davis, a social entrepreneur nicknamed "The Pride of Kentucky" and an uber-fundraiser for good causes. JP has agreed to support Kristi's non-profit K9s4COPS and K9s4KIDS, which deploys canines and their handlers to protect schoolchildren, hunt down narcotics and dealers, and combat crime across the US.   JP is a gay man who bucks the perception that Louisville is only for straights, describing himself to friends as a "proud, Appalachian homo". He's enjoyed a stellar career which has taken him from White House Intern under George Bush Jr., to assistant to a Conservative member of the UK Parliament, to returning to Louisville to launch his consulting firm, JP Davis Partners.  He believes the best politicians see themselves as public servants, and all political dialogue should start "with empathy". He condemns the adversarial nature of today's politics on both sides. But he's optimistic, believing that more people than ever are questioning what they hear, and thinking independently.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyjpdavis/ https://www.jpdavispartners.com/about00:00 Start00:03 Fat, straight and Republican00:29 Proud, Appalachian homo01:22 "The pros are stepping in now"01:45 "This makes me feel like I have purpose"02:16 "Everybody in DC is gay"02:20 Lunch with GOP Powerhitters02:48 Politicians as good public servants03:28 "Talk issues"04:18 "Talking politics shouldn't be a bloodbath"05:40 "We've evolved beyond black and white issues"06:24 "I meet political people where they are"06:50 "There are bad apples on both sides"07:50 "Leveraging hot issues to divide us"08:30 "Immediate news is too often taken as truth"09:52 "We've got a lot of issues we're not facing"10:15 "I hate Taylor Swift" - "Dude......"10:50 "Donald Trump is our version of Kim Jong Un" 11:45 "People still believe he speaks for us"13:33 "Independent thinking is growing" 15:00 Honk for Jesus15:20 Evangelical church and transitions16:46 Seeing God in Grandmothers and the devil in families17:10 "Love is an action, not a word"17:50 What is a "holler"?18:55 The culture of being "looked down upon"20:12 We all deserve the same respect20:34 How can people be more financially secure? 21:00 Jeff Bezos' profits and the pay of his employees23:45 "A smart person figures out the effects of their actions on future generations"24:38 Lead with Empathy25:30 Kentucky ban on conversion therapy 26:51 Learning, Growing, Evolving, or Liberal Arts Education?   

This Classical Christian Education podcast is inspired by the book, A Guide to Understanding Classical Christian Education: 100 Common Questions and hosted by Dr. Timothy Dernlan for the purpose of advancing classical Christian education, community, and culture. FOR CHRIST AND OUR FUTURE MORE INFORMATION AT: www.TimDernlan.com Amazon Books

ACTA president Michael B. Poliakoff and vice president of policy Bradley Jackson engage scholar, author and Professor Emeritus of Michigan State University, William B. Allen in candid conversation about his lifelong love of books and learning, the Founders, the philosophical thought leaders whose seminal works cut a path for the emergence of our American Republic, and why he remains optimistic about the future of higher education.  

About The GuestBryan Smith has been in education for over thirty years, primarily in schools with a liberal arts or classical education philosophy. His own education at the University of Dallas was a solid classical liberal arts formation in great texts, classical Greek, and rhetorical practice.Bryan has worked in private schools for most of his career, but for a decade he worked with Great Hearts Academies, a charter school network operating in Arizona and Texas. He began his employment at Great Hearts as the founding head of school for one of eleven Arizona campuses. During Great Hearts' expansion into Texas, Bryan served as the founding headmaster for the first network school in the Dallas / Fort Worth Metro area. Bryan's most recent work as a consultant has allowed him to continue helping school staff with planning, solid pedagogical and administrative practices, classroom management and student culture.You can find Bryan Smith on LinkedInShow NotesBryan Smith and Adrienne Freas of Beautiful Teaching, reflect on what is attractive about a Liberal Arts Education. They talk about the principles that define a classical school, and why the ethos of classical education imparts a hopeful view of humanity. A noble end unfolds from permanent and universal reflections. The principles that anchor classical schools are discussed in this significant podcast. All educators will appreciate the wisdom of how to place school on course either to develop or to improve. Some Key Moments Include:What books are really necessary for a classical school to include on their lists?Why The Consolation of Philosophy by Boethius ought to be in every classical highschool curriculumWhat the early Christians thought about educationClassical education is rooted in common assumptions--these are elaboratedResources MentionedThe Consolation of Philosphy - BoethiusThe Discarded Image - C.S. LewisEssay “Schooling in Byzantium” by Bryan Smith (this will be a chapter in a new book coming out by St. Vladimir's press with essays compiled by David Hicks. More info coming soon)St. Basil on Prepositions: The Human ConditionThe Iliad &The Odyssey - HomerThe PsalterAtigoneBooks 1 and 2 of SamuelOn the Incarnation by Saint Athanasius the Great of Alexandria with an introduction by C.S. Lewis PlatoThe Chronicles of Narnia - C.S. LewisFrog and Toad series - Arnold Lobel"The Allegory of the Cave" from Plato's RepublicParadise Lost- John MiltonThe Brothers Karamazov - Fyodor Dostoevsky Poetry by Virgil________________________________________________________This podcast is produced by Beautiful Teaching, LLC.Support this podcast: ★ Support this podcast ★ _________________________________________________________Credits:Sound Engineer: Andrew HelselLogo Art: Anastasiya CFMusic: Vivaldi's Concerto for 2 Violins in B flat major, RV529 : Lana Trotovsek, violin Sreten Krstic, violin with Chamber Orchestra of Slovenian Philharmonic © 2024 Beautiful Teaching LLC. All Rights Reserved

This episode was recorded at SMTA's Pan Pacific Strategic Electronics Symposium on the Big Island of Hawaii. Mike Konrad's guests on this episode are Dr. Chuck Bauer, founder of PanPac, Keith Bryant, and Dr. Ron Lasky. We discussed the history of PanPac, technologies introduced at PanPac, and what makes PanPac so unique. We also discuss Dartmouth College's unique engineering innovations program.   Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to the Reliability Matters Podcast 00:01:35 - Introduction: Dr. Chuck Bower and Keith Bryant 00:03:23 - The Motivation Behind Starting IMAPS and SMTA 00:05:16 - Global Participation in the Event 00:07:25 - High Level Participants and Learning Experience 00:09:23 - The Conference of Interesting Things 00:11:01 - Speaking to the Thought Leaders of the Industry 00:12:40 - Preconceived Notions about the Event 00:14:26 - The Best Event for Networking and Fundamental Research 00:16:05 - Networking at Conferences 00:17:42 - The Advantage of Combining Innovation and Engineering 00:19:17 - Fostering Entrepreneurship among Students 00:20:57 - The Future of Young People 00:22:34 - Challenging Stereotypes about the New Generation 00:24:03 - Advice for Emerging Engineers and Technicians 00:27:17 - The Benefits of a Liberal Arts Education in Engineering 00:28:48 - Bringing Students to the Conference for Experience 00:30:11 - Entrepreneurship and Thinking Outside the Box 00:31:46 - The Value of Thinking like an Entrepreneur 00:33:22 - The Advantages of Ignorance in Starting a Business 00:34:51 - Throw caution to the wind and pursue your passions 00:36:25 - Appreciation and Thanks 00:37:49 - Stay Safe, Stay Happy, Stay Healthy

Episode Summary:In this BaseCamp Live conversation, Davies and Chris Swanson from Gutenberg College discuss how to foster independent thought in a society where cultural influences are inescapable, leading to a broader discussion on the shift from rationalism and logic to emotional and unarticulated assumptions in decision-making. Chris argues for the significance of liberal arts education in examining these underlying assumptions and the necessity of integrating spiritual knowledge to form well-rounded individuals.Sponsor Highlights: Wilson Hill AcademyClassic Learning TestAmerica's Christian Credit UnionLife Architects CoachingGordon CollegeGutenberg College  Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

Sarah Calhoon Cuthill, '85, on her path to Gustavus from the south Chicago suburbs; her love of music and fascination with France and international relations; studying abroad in high school and college; majoring in international economics; the twists and turns of her career path, eventually leading to her partnership status with Deloitte Global; her varied leadership work with the firm over the years; her case for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; her membership on the Gustavus Board; and what makes Gustavus extraordinary.

Intellectual expansion! Youthful passion! Exploited innocence! Genius writer, musician, and professional flame-throwing shit-starter Meredith Yayanos, comes on to talk about their problematic fave: Liberal Arts Education. What does college MEAN in the social imaginary? What did it mean to us? Cronyism, elitism, pranks, nubility, narcissistic faculty, racism, classism, date rape, Jeffrey Epstein, the hangover of … Continue reading "Problematic Faves: Liberal Arts Education (with Meredith Yayanos!)"

The Liberal Arts, historically regarded as the education befitting a free person, encompass a diverse range of disciplines – literature, philosophy, history, arts, languages, and social sciences. These fields are often unjustly critiqued in our technology-driven era, seen as luxurious relics without practical application. Yet, this perception is not just short-sighted; it's a fundamental misunderstanding of the intrinsic value and versatility these disciplines offer.

Lalita du Perron talks to Wasif Rizvi, President of Habib University, Pakistan about the state of higher education in the US and Pakistan, and the global importance of liberal arts studies. Because this podcast episode was recorded live, the sound is not our usual high standard. Please bear with us as this is a great conversation – please turn up the volume and enjoy it all the way through!

Show Notes:[0:03] Introduction with Kent Clothier.[0:25] Ari Rastegar's background: overcoming adversity, family history, and educational journey.[1:50] The significance of environment and the drive to succeed amidst challenges.[2:23] Discussing the importance of communication and studying successful traits.[4:29] Insight into the educational paths of wealthy families and Ari's own learning journey.[5:19] Ari's mentorship experiences and the value of personal growth.[7:24] The philosophy of 'making friends, not sales' in business.[9:11] Market dynamics, wealth creation opportunities, and economic downturns.[10:43] The concept of momentum in business and personal growth.[11:53] Real estate insights and the importance of building relationships for wealth creation.[17:13] Ari's path into real estate, guided by mentors and market understanding.[18:45] Strategies for raising private capital and understanding the capital stack.[19:18] Personal anecdotes of building relationships and networking.[22:04] The evolution of Rastegar's business and investment strategies.[23:18] Discussing the role of zoning and entitlements in real estate.[24:57] The significance of human connection in real estate.[26:41] Ari's approach to health and wellness as a key to success.[32:06] The importance of authenticity and relationship-building.[34:27] Ari's strategies for maintaining health and energy.[40:22] Deep dive into health optimization and its impact on personal and professional life.[48:04] Various health practices and their benefits.[51:56] The interconnection of health, energy, and success.[53:27] Final thoughts on dedication, intentionality, and the power of authenticity.[56:33] Closing remarks and information about Ari Rastegar's book, "The Gift of Failure."Remember to subscribe to "The Time is Now" on all major platforms and share this episode with friends. Tag Kent Clothier on social media for a shoutout.

For many people, access to universities for study and degrees is a means to future economic success. So families sacrifice to pay for this education, or often take out substantial loans to cover the cost. But what if universities opened their access and became truly abundant as a societal resource. Economist Michael Smith, in his … Continue reading Scholars' Circle – Book interview, Abundant University, remaking higher education for a Digital World; Why is liberal arts education necessary? – January 7, 2024 →

Katherine Boyle, GP at a16z and Mike Solana, Editor in Chief of Pirate Wires joined Erik, Dan, and Antonio to discuss whether a liberal arts degree is worth it and how to save San Francisco. They cover the drawbacks of the current educational system, the opportunity cost of our educated class, and elitism. This episode originally aired June 17th, 2023. – SPONSORS: SHOPIFY | NETSUITE | MASTERCLASS SHOPIFY: https://shopify.com/momentofzen for a $1/month trial period Shopify is the global commerce platform that helps you sell at every stage of your business. Shopify powers 10% of all e-commerce in the US. And Shopify's the global force behind Allbirds, Rothy's, and Brooklinen, and 1,000,000s of other entrepreneurs across 175 countries. From their all-in-one e-commerce platform, to their in-person POS system – wherever and whatever you're selling, Shopify's got you covered. With free Shopify Magic, sell more with less effort by whipping up captivating content that converts – from blog posts to product descriptions using AI. Sign up for $1/month trial period: https://shopify.com/momentofzen NETSUITE: http://netsuite.com/zen NetSuite has 25 years of providing financial software for all your business needs. More than 36,000 businesses have already upgraded to NetSuite by Oracle, gaining visibility and control over their financials, inventory, HR, eCommerce, and more. If you're looking for an ERP platform head to NetSuite: http://netsuite.com/zen and download your own customized KPI checklist. MASTERCLASS: https://masterclass.com/zen get two memberships for the price of 1 Learn from the best to become your best. Learn how to negotiate a raise with Chris Voss or manage your relationships with Esther Perel. Boost your confidence and find practical takeaways you can apply to your life and at work. If you own a business or are a team leader, use MasterClass to empower and create future-ready employees and leaders. Moment of Zen listeners will get two memberships for the price of one at https://masterclass.com/zen – Sign up for our newsletter to receive the full shownotes: https://momentofzen.substack.com/ – X / TWITTER: @KTmBoyle (Katherine) @micsolana (Mike) @eriktorenberg (Erik) @antoniogm (Antonio) @dwr (Dan) @moz_podcast (Moment of Zen) @TurpentineMedia – TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Intro (03:40) MOZ's first fight - institutionalism vs anti-institutionalism (05:48) The Power of Networking and Elite Education (07:18) The Shift in Educational Trends (09:43) The Role of Media in Shaping Perceptions of Tech (11:04) The Importance of Practical Skills in Education (14:30) Sponsor: Shopify | NetSuite (26:00) The Importance of Humanities in Education (30:00) The Importance of Technical Literacy in Society (31:00) Sponsor: MasterClass (35:40) The Problem with Overemphasis on College Education (36:00) Vocational Education (38:20) The Misconception of College Degrees and Job Success (48:15) The Impact of Drug Culture on Cities (50:00) The Role of Tech Industry in Shaping San Francisco (52:00) The Role of the Wealthy in Shaping Cities (53:10) The Influence of Nonprofit Industrial Complex on Cities (58:50) The Evolution of San Francisco's Tech Scene (01:00:45) Political Engagement in San Francisco (01:02:40) The Housing Crisis and Homelessness in San Francisco (01:05:30) The Fentanyl Crisis: A National Security Issue (01:09:50) The Impact of Liberal Arts Education on Career Trajectories (01:22:00) The Struggles of Millennials

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In this dialogue, our guest, Laura DeSisto, explores the benefits of a liberal arts education and its relevance in today's society.Laura is the Program Director and Senior Lecturer for the Master of Liberal Arts program at Johns Hopkins University.She discusses how a liberal arts degree can provide valuable skills for career success and personal growth and how it encourages critical thinking and open-mindedness.Tune in to gain insights into the value of a well-rounded education.For more information about this podcast, please visit our podcast website using the link below: https://bit.ly/3MfBqboListen on Apple Podcasts using the link below: https://apple.co/3OkFVEnFollow us on Social Media!Twitter: https://bit.ly/3M9J7QtFacebook: https://bit.ly/3OgnIYwInstagram: https://bit.ly/3Mjm4D8Please visit our website at https://bit.ly/3IgGVFP#liberalarts #education #criticalthinking #careerdevelopment

On Season 1 of the podcast, Ethan had a great conversation with Maria Furtado, then Executive Director of the Colleges That Change Lives organization (also known as “CTCL”). It's a lovely chat and to date one of our most downloaded episodes.  On today's episode Ethan had the pleasure of sitting down with her successor, Ann Marano, and they get into:    Where to start when it comes to the college search How to myth bust yourself (a practical exercise) What questions to ask when you're searching for a college Some things Ann and Ann and Ethan wished they had done differently when they went through the process themselves  Busting some affordability myths What it means to keep a student at the center of the college search  If you've never met Ann, you should know that she is a proud first-generation college graduate of Mount St. Mary's University (CA) who earned her M.A. in Education-Psychology from Pepperdine. She's served on several counselor advisory boards, including the Common Application Board of Directors and the Johns Hopkins University Access Advisory Board. After 20 years in college admissions counseling at several different universities and high schools and 12 years as the college bound advisor at the first all girls' public school in the state of Texas, Ann Marano moved into the role of Executive Director for the Colleges That Change Lives. We hope you enjoy the conversation.   Play-by-Play 1:57 - What is CTCL and what is Ann's role as Executive Director?  3:58 - What's it like to be a student at a liberal arts college? 8:09 - What kind of student is right for a liberal arts college?  10:01 - What's a good place to start in the college search process? 14:49 - How to combat myths about colleges  19:04 - What are some questions that are important for students and families to be asking themselves as they go through this process? 25:52 - An exercise for picturing yourself on a college campus  29:45 - What would Ann and Ethan have done differently in college? 32:04 - How does a student get a sense of a school if they're not able to visit the campus? 34:15 - College affordability at private schools 39:17 - What are some tips for parents about keeping students at the center of the search? 43:56 - Another example of what it's like to be a student at a liberal arts college 48:27 - An exercise students can do to begin this process of finding a great college 52:55 - Final thoughts / wrap-up   Resources CTCL.org CTCL How To Choose A College Brochure The Values Exercise How to Choose a College: A Step-By-Step Guide  How to Research Colleges Without Visiting a Campus Paying for College in Four Steps: The Five College Types U.S. Department of Education College Affordability and Transparency Center College Cost Transparency Initiative The Common Data Set: What It Is and How to Use It in College Admissions   

Political polarization is infecting every area of our society. Andrew Latham from Macalester College says a liberal arts education could be the answer. Andrew joins Boyd to discuss how this type of education can promote more critical thinking, humility, and respect for others... all essential for changing our political discourse.

In this episode of the Digication Scholars Conversations, we explore more of the transformative impact of portfolios and the exciting new frontiers of language education. Our guest, Abe Reshad, is the Director of Language Technology and Academic Support at Oberlin College. Listen as he discusses the innovative projects and hands-on experiences empowering students and preparing them for the professional world. Join us for an engaging conversation: https://youtu.be/p6wdNb3IgdAFor more information about this podcast, please visit our podcast website using the link below: https://bit.ly/3MfBqboListen on Apple Podcasts using the link below: https://apple.co/3OkFVEnFollow us on Social Media!Twitter: https://bit.ly/3M9J7QtFacebook: https://bit.ly/3OgnIYwInstagram: https://bit.ly/3Mjm4D8Please visit our website at https://bit.ly/3IgGVFP#LanguageEducation #MakeLearningVisible #DigicationScholars

We are pleased today to welcome Christopher Snyder, professor of history and founding dean of Mississippi State's Honor College, who is joining us from the University of Oxford, where he is a visiting research fellow and working on a book manuscript associated with today's topic. Professor Snyder will speak today on the principles of a liberal arts education, drawing in his talk on an article published by Inside Higher Education in October 2023, entitled, A Liberal Arts Education in Name Only. The article is a response to administrative actions being taken across the country that are remaking what it means to use the words higher education, college, university, and what a college education is for. Too much is at stake to permit this trend to continue. We are also pleased to welcome discussant Adrian Lenardic, professor in the Department of Earth, Environment, and Planetary Sciences at Rice University, who has written extensively on neoliberal influences in higher education and is a frequent contributor to Future U.  Also offering commentary today are Ruben Martinez, professor and director emeritus, Michigan State University and founder of FutureU; and Nathan Rousseau and Lewis (Terry Dibble), professor and senior lecturer, respectively, at Indiana University Purdue University Columbus.  Today's forum is hosted and produced by Frank A. Fear, Michigan State University professor emeritus and FutureU's Managing Editor. Follow FutureU: Conversations about Values and Change in Higher Education. The Forum was taped on Friday, November 24, 2023.

We highlight the transformative power of the ePortfolio in Liberal Arts Education in this episode of the Digication Scholars Conversations.Our guest, Abe Reshad, is the Director of Language Technology and Academic Support at Oberlin College and Conservatory. He discusses how to creatively build rich experiences, and share ideas and knowledge while students reflect and develop.For more information about this podcast, please visit our podcast website using the link below: https://bit.ly/3MfBqboListen on Apple Podcasts using the link below: https://apple.co/3OkFVEnFollow us on Social Media!Twitter: https://bit.ly/3M9J7QtFacebook: https://bit.ly/3OgnIYwInstagram: https://bit.ly/3Mjm4D8Please visit our website at https://bit.ly/3IgGVFP#EdTech #DigitalLearning #LanguageLearning #MakeLearningVisible

What is meant by education? How does one become educated? Does it require attending college to get a piece of paper that asserts that you are educated? Fortunately, says Glenn Corey, the author of How to Get a $150,000 Liberal Arts Education for Free: 100 Books to Help You Better Understand Yourself, Others, and the World You Live In, becoming educated has never been easier – or cheaper! Armed with a curious mind, the average person has never enjoyed greater access to information for learning about the world and the people in it than today. Of course, being curious may still leave you wondering where to begin your journey of exploration. That's where his book comes in. Click here to listen to my conversation with Glenn in which he explains: What is a liberal arts education Why he wrote the book An overview of 3 of the books covered in his book You can find How to Get a $150,000 Liberal Arts Education for Free: 100 Books to Help You Better Understand Yourself, Others, and the World You Live In on Amazon and most other book retailers.  

Ali Ghaffari is the founder and president of the Divine Mercy Academy located in the Severna Park-Pasadena, Maryland area. A recently retired naval officer whose career spanned 20 years, Ghaffari flew F/A-18 jets and also taught leadership classes at the United States Naval Academy. The Divine Mercy Academy offers a Classical Liberal Arts Education in the Catholic Tradition to children in Kindergarten through Eighth grade.

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Episode 249: Brandon Zicha is a senior assistant professor at LUC. He's appeared in JT episodes 67, 111, 169 and 179. https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/staffmembers/brandon-zicha#tab-1 Is your major queer friendly? https://one-handed-economist.com/?p=4393 Please submit questions for Episode 250 AMA here: https://forms.gle/kJsycYMEG8qQ75fi6

On the Marymount University campus, Michael speaks with University President Irma Becerra about the university's decision to incorporate the liberal arts in the context of high-demand programs that result in jobs, while Jeff fields a panel discussion on how to keep Higher Ed current and how best to prepare students for their futures. This episode is made possible with support from Dell Technologies and Google ChromeOS.

Join us on the College Knowledge Podcast as hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins engage in an enlightening conversation with Professor Robert LaFleur from Beloit College. In this captivating episode, they delve into the transformative power of a liberal arts education.Explore the intersection of anthropology and history as Professor LaFleur shares his unique perspective on these fields and how they intertwine in his work. Gain insights into understanding the process of change, the role of history in decision-making, and the value of critical thinking and writing skills.Discover the true essence of a liberal arts education and how it equips students with the ability to think critically, adapt, and become lifelong learners. Whether you're a student preparing for college or a parent seeking to understand the benefits of a liberal arts education, this episode is a must-watch.Join us now to embark on an enlightening journey that unravels the power of a liberal arts education in shaping well-rounded individuals and fostering a deeper understanding of the world we live in. Don't miss out on this captivating discussion with Professor Robert LaFleur! Follow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/elitecollegiateplanning/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086096088113https://www.linkedin.com/company/elite-collegiate-planning/Visit us online:https://elitecollegiateplanning.com/https://collegeknowledge.net/

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Join Indiana University College of Arts & Sciences Executive Dean Rick Van Kooten for a terrific conversation, ranging from capitalism to fruit flies. In between we talk about  what's included in the College and why, Rick's history at the school (being Canadian and all), experimental physics, research funding, and the first uses of the World Wide Web (probably a lot more fun than what you think). We dig deep into the value and cost of a liberal arts education and mull over alternatives in apprenticeships and technical training. We also talk about how real science and "science" has been used during the pandemic. This episode was recorded in Jennifer's hometown of Bloomington, Indiana and at her alma mater, so it was a chance for some nostalgic thoughts about what she studied at IU and her father's work in the Physics Department where Rick also worked and eventually became the chair. A thoughtful and thought-provoking episode.Rick's bio:https://college.indiana.edu/about/leadership/rick-van-kooten.htmlThoughts? Comments? Potshots? Contact the show at:https://www.discreetguide.com/podcast-books-shows-tunes-mad-acts/Follow or like us on podomatic.com (it raises our visibility :)https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/books-shows-tunes-mad-actsSupport us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/discreetguideJennifer on Twitter:@DiscreetGuideJennifer on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkcrittenden/Discreet Guide Training:https://training.discreetguide.com/ 

This week on “The Learning Curve,” co-hosts Cara Candal and Gerard Robinson talk with Professor Roosevelt Montás, Director of the Freedom and Citizenship Program at Columbia University, and author of the book, Rescuing Socrates: How the Great Books Changed My Life and Why They Matter for a New Generation. Professor Montás shares his background as an […]

This week on “The Learning Curve,” co-hosts Cara Candal and Gerard Robinson talk with Professor Roosevelt Montás, Director of the Freedom and Citizenship Program at Columbia University, and author of the book, Rescuing Socrates: How the Great Books Changed My Life and Why They Matter for a New Generation. Professor Montás shares his background as an immigrant from the Dominican Republic who... Source

This week on “The Learning Curve,” co-hosts Cara Candal and Gerard Robinson talk with Professor Roosevelt Montás, Director of the Freedom and Citizenship Program at Columbia University, and author of the book, Rescuing Socrates: How the Great Books Changed My Life and Why They Matter for a New Generation. Professor Montás shares his background as an immigrant from the Dominican Republic who... Source

Hosted by Andrew Keen, Keen On features conversations with some of the world's leading thinkers and writers about the economic, political, and technological issues being discussed in the news, right now. In this episode, Andrew is joined by Gary Marcus, author of Rebooting AI: Building Artificial Intelligence We Can Trust. Gary Marcus is a scientist, best-selling author, and entrepreneur. He is the founder and CEO of Robust.AI and was founder and CEO of Geometric Intelligence, a machine-learning company acquired by Uber in 2016. He is the author of five books, including Kluge, The Birth of the Mind, and the New York Times best seller Guitar Zero. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is Episode 40 of the Consortium Podcast, an academic audio blog sponsored by Kepler Education. In this episode, Dr. Junius Johnson joins Scott Postma to talk about Liberal Arts Education, Great Books, Fantasy, and redeeming the human Imagination. Dr. Johnson is a Yale-trained, independent scholar of theology, philosophy, and literature who devotes his time to thinking and writing about whatever is good, noble, and excellent, and how to bring these things to bear to nurture meaningful lives. He resides in Memphis, TN with his wife, Rebekah, and their two children. You can learn more about Dr. Junius Johnson and the courses he teaches at Junius Johnson Academics. In the podcast, he recommends G. K. Chesterton's Tremendous Trifles.  In November 2022, he is speaking at the Eliot Society on The Imagination at the Heart of Discipleship.    

Its no surprise to anyone in academia that the liberal arts and humanities are in crisis. Liberal arts colleges are closing down, departments are closing down, and students are fleeing from majoring in the social sciences. So what happened to this once essential element of higher education?Roosevelt Montás is Senior Lecturer in American Studies and English at Columbia University. There, he teaches “Introduction to Contemporary Civilization in the West,” a year-long course on primary texts in moral and political thought, as well as seminars in American Studies including “Freedom and Citizenship in the United States.” He also speaks and writes on the history, meaning, and future of liberal education and is author of “Rescuing Socrates: How the Great Books Changed My Life and Why They Matter for a New Generation.” He and Greg dive deep into the vanishing practice of reading great books, focusing on the history of liberal arts and the humanities in US universities, embracing liberal education in k-12 public schools, the destructive reliance on standardized testing, and normativity in academics. Episode Quotes:Fighting for the humanitiesWe are in a moment in human history where the questions that preoccupy the humanities and liberal education have a unique urgency. That facility with the kind of introspection and rootedness in human values, that the humanities foster are absolutely essential to navigate the landscape in front of us.I pray and I not only pray, but work towards that kind of education that equips an individual to engage the reality rooted in human values and self reflectively that that be not something that is rare and for the few, but that is as widely accessible to everyone as is absolutely possible.On losing the humanities in real timeLiberal arts colleges are closing down. Departments are closing down. Students are fleeing from majoring in the humanities and the humanistic social sciences. Those are real empirical factors that point to us being in a moment of particular crisis in the institutional instantiation of liberal education.On teaching humanities to high schoolersI always say, think about what it means for a 17 year old to disagree with Aristotle. That's extraordinary that introducing them to that kind of dimension of their own mind and of their own status as intellectuals and thinkers. It's my favorite thing I do as a teacher.Show Links:Guest Profile:Faculty Profile on Columbia University in the City of New YorkRoosevelt Montás on LinkedInRoosevelt Montás on TwitterHis Work:Roosevelt Montás on AeonRescuing Socrates: How the Great Books Changed My Life and Why They Matter for a New Generation

The liberal arts education has evolved. Students not only need skills developed from classic education subjects for career readiness but also to be able to continuously adjust as the world around them changes. They need the ability to learn how to learn.  Dr. Lake Lambert began his tenure as the 16th President of Hanover College in 2015 and is the former Dean of the College of Liberal Arts at Mercer University in Macon, Ga. In this episode, Dr. Lambert outlines how Hannover College markets the concept of the liberal arts and gives examples of how to use statistics and stories to reach students.   Join us as we discuss: What does a well-rounded education mean for career readiness How to market to high school students and parents who are often focused on job readiness  Dr. Lambert's thoughts on the value of liberal arts curriculum 

This episode features Mr. Michael Moynihan's lecture at last year's Teaching Vocation Conference. Our Upper School Head shares why a liberal arts education is needed more today than in times past. And the reasons are not simply that classics majors can code too. To the contrary, an authentic liberal education gives us not only truth, but also a ground upon which to stand. Many of our current social crises are rooted precisely in such a poverty: we mistrust much of our ability to know, and consequently we don't know much of what gives life purpose and meaning. Michael goes on to share four characteristics of a good liberal arts education. According to our Upper School Head, such an education: Teaches the right use of reason (grounding empirical sciences in realism at the bottom, and opening them to philosophy and transcendence at the top. In this vein, Michael challenges the current trends that simply limit the liberal arts to the humanities); Conveys meaning through a narrative approach, and in particular, meanings that offer a foundation resistant to materialism; Connects us to our tradition in such a way that facilitates authentic freedom; and Is firmly rooted in a realism that allows students to engage the real in a meaningful way. More on the Forum: “Fact or Opinion?”: Roots of Relativism in an Ethical Dilemma Freedom in Quarantine: Daniel Bernardus on Leonardo Polo

Guest: Dan Panetti, PCA Worldview Director New Staff Presentation 2022 First, we need to address what the goal of education really is: A liberal-arts education is supposed to provide you with a value system, a standard, a set of ideas, not a job.  Caroline Bird The great end of education is to discipline rather than to furnish the mind; to train it to the use of its own powers, rather than fill it with the accumulation of others.  Tyron Edwards Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.  Socrates “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two Cities ''Call me Ishmael,'' Herman Melville, Moby-Dick “The wounds received in battle bestow honor, they do not take it away.” Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. The Gospel of John, Chapter 1:1-5 Therefore, the Christian student has the ability to ask and answer important questions of life… If you see a problem, what can I do to make it better? If you see a void, what can I do to fill it? If you see beauty, how can I best appreciate it? If you see wonder, how can I best understand it? MOVIE - Top Gun Maverick Enemy-occupied territory – that is what this world is.  Christianity is the story of how the rightful king has landed.  You might say landed in disguise, and is calling us all to take part in a great campaign of sabotage.  When you go to church you are really listening in to the secret wireless from our friends: that is why the enemy is so anxious to prevent us from going. C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity   Thanks to Jared Wood for the use of his music.

Liberal arts degrees have a lasting impact on lifelong success, leadership, and fulfillment. Learn more in this podcast interview with Dr. Rick Detweiler. Listen to the episode here:  https://tamingthehighcostofcollege.com/thcc-episode-156-is-a-liberal-arts-degree-worth-it/ *** Check out these FREE resources about college planning:  https://tamingthehighcostofcollege.com/resources  *** We care about what you think and want to help you out, so we'd appreciate you reviewing us on Apple, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform!