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Host Jenny sits down with Mikki Collins, a former higher ed social media manager at the University of Chichester, who shares her transformative journey in leveraging social media as a key recruitment tool. From developing student influencer programs to driving engagement on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Mikki provides actionable insights into creating authentic connections and making the most of limited resources. Listen in as they discuss how higher ed social media professionals can shift their mindset from communications to strategic marketing.Key TakeawaysStudent Influencers are Gold: Current students and graduates are often the most effective voices for reaching prospective students.Adapt to Platform Dynamics: TikTok has evolved from a discovery platform to a search engine—use it strategically at different stages of the recruitment funnel.Targeted Content Wins: Tailor content to different stages of the recruitment funnel, from generating awareness to nurturing conversions.Leverage Social Listening: Search university nicknames and hashtags to uncover organic student-created content and trends.Metrics with Intent: Align success metrics (e.g., reach, engagement) with the goals for each recruitment funnel stage.Sustainable Social Media Practices: To avoid burnout, delete work-related social media apps during breaks and maintain healthy work-life boundaries.How Mikki Got Started in Higher Ed Social Media Mikki Collins began her career in higher education through a unique route, starting as a Student Union officer and later transitioning to a digital content role. She quickly gravitated toward social media as a tool to engage students, working with limited resources to grow the University of Chichester's online presence. Mikki's small team transformed from social media novices into UK leaders in higher ed social media by experimenting with tactics that resonated with their target audiences.Using Students as Influencers Mikki was an early adopter of the "students as influencers" concept. Realizing that prospective students wanted to hear from their peers, she used Instagram's Q&A feature and hashtags to discover students who were already creating authentic, high-engagement content about the university. This strategy uncovered micro and macro influencers—like one student with 300,000 followers—who were eager to collaborate. By partnering with these students, Mikki's team amplified the university's reach and authenticity, fostering trust among prospective students.TikTok as a Recruitment Tool TikTok played a pivotal role in Mikki's strategy. Starting the university's account in 2019, her team grew it from an underutilized platform to the most-followed account within a year. By creating playful, tongue-in-cheek content, they broke through the noise and raised awareness of the university—even in its local community.Mikki shared how TikTok evolved from a discovery platform to a search engine. Early in the recruitment cycle, her team worked with student influencers who had large followings to generate awareness. As TikTok shifted to a search-first platform, they partnered with students who had smaller audiences to create content that addressed specific prospective student concerns, such as accommodations and campus life.Building a Social Media Funnel One of the episode's standout moments was Mikki's explanation of the recruitment funnel and how social media fits into it. She described creating content tailored to each stage:Awareness Stage: Share general information about the university, location, and events to attract prospective students. Success metrics here include reach and impressions.Conversion Stage: Focus on personalized content, such as Q&A sessions and campus tours, to address specific concerns and keep prospective students engaged. Metrics for this stage include comments, direct messages, and content shares.Mikki also emphasized the importance of social listening—using hashtags and search terms like university nicknames—to understand what content students are already creating and searching for. By consistently revisiting these insights each year, institutions can adapt their strategies to evolving student needs.Sustaining Work-Life Balance as a Social Media Manager Mikki ended the conversation with an important confession: she deleted LinkedIn from her phone over the holidays and hasn't reinstalled it since. As a social media professional, she understands the risks of burnout and advocates for intentional breaks from work-related platforms. Her advice: don't be afraid to temporarily delete social apps or establish boundaries to maintain a healthy balance.Guest Name: Mikki Collins, Content and Experience Designer, Pickle Jar CommunicationsGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: Mikki Collins is the Content and Experience Designer at Pickle Jar Communications and has a strong social media background in the Higher Education sector and proven award-winning experience for digital content campaigns and projects she has produced.She previously worked for the University of Chichester as their Digital Content Producer for 5.5 years. In that time, Chichester achieved the number 1 ranked UK University on TikTok in 2022 and 2023, and the Champion of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in content at the ContentEd awards for the final series of the University's podcast all about minority groups. She has presented at different national and international education conferences for her TikTok framework, award-winning podcast series and turning digital student ambassadors into influencers organised by groups such as UUK, UniBuddy and Times Higher Education. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Jenny Li Fowlerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylifowler/https://twitter.com/TheJennyLiAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Confessions of a Higher Ed Social Media Manager is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register

Episode 152: Amardeep Parmar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amardeepsparmar) from The BAE HQ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-bae-hq) welcomes Kimeshan Naidoo, CTO at BX. This podcast episode discusses the urgent need to address climate change, highlighting agriculture as the primary contributor to emissions. Kimeshan Naidoo, CTO at BX, shares his journey from electrical engineering in South Africa to founding Unibuddy and eventually working in climate tech, emphasising the importance of sustainable farming practices to combat climate change.Message from our headline partners:From the first time founders to the funds that back them, innovation needs different. HSBC Innovation Banking is proud to accelerate growth for tech and life science businesses, creating meaningful connections and opening up a world of opportunity for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Discover more at https://www.hsbcinnovationbanking.com/________Show Notes: 00:00: Intro 01:27 - Kimishin's early life and interests in South Africa02:27 - Transition from sports to tech and choosing electrical engineering05:09 - Moving to London and studying computer science09:00 - Founding Unibuddy and its initial challenges12:00 - Pivoting business models and finding success with universities15:45 - Hiring challenges and building a team20:15 - Equity distribution and cultural differences22:00 - Growth and milestones at Unibuddy24:18 - Decision to step away from Unibuddy25:54 - Transition to BX and the focus on climate tech29:53 - BX's mission to make agriculture more sustainableKimeshan Naidoo https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimeshan/BX: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bxtech/Visit our website:https://www.thebaehq.com/

In this episode of The Enrollify Podcast, Zach sits down with  Shamell Forbes, Campus Partner Associate at Campus Sonar, whose unconventional journey into higher education sales is as inspiring as it is insightful. Shamell candidly shares his transition from social services to higher ed, driven by a combination of necessity and a passion for change. His story is a vivid illustration of adaptability and the pursuit of new opportunities, resonating deeply with themes of innovation and personal growth.As we delve deeper, Shamell opens up about his initial encounters with the complex world of higher education, shedding light on the nuanced dynamics of sales in this unique sector. His approach blends humor and authenticity, revealing how genuine connections and social media savvy can transform professional relationships and drive success.Listeners will be particularly intrigued by Shamell's experiences with Unibuddy, a UK-based company venturing into the US market. His perspectives offer a rare glimpse into the contrasts and challenges of navigating different educational landscapes, highlighting the importance of flexibility and strategic thinking.Throughout the episode, Shamell's enthusiasm for higher education shines through. He passionately discusses the potential for innovation within the sector, advocating for a more entrepreneurial mindset among professionals. His journey is not just a story of career transition but a testament to the transformative power of embracing new challenges and redefining success in the evolving landscape of higher education. 

This is the fourth and final episode in a special 4-part series between Enrollify and Unibuddy.  Join Zach Busekrus, Founder of Enrollify, and Nina Bilimoria Angelo, CMO at Unibuddy, for an extended conversation around the insights garnered from Unibuddy's latest higher education pulse reports.Unibuddy surveyed over 1,200 prospective college students about their journey to college and close to 1,000 higher education administrators about how they plan to recruit these students. Access the reports, connect with Nina, and learn more about Unibuddy below.In this episode, Zach and Nina are also joined by Lauren Black the Director of Recruitment, Communications and Events at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. You can connect with Lauren on LinkedIn here. The Next Generation of Student Recruitment (Higher Ed Admin's Report)The Gen Z Journey to College (Student Pulse Report)Connect with NinaExplore Unibuddy About the Enrollify Podcast NetworkThe Enrollify Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!  Our podcast network is growing by the month and we've got a plethora of marketing, admissions, and higher ed technology shows that are jam packed with stories, ideas, and frameworks all designed to empower you to be a better higher ed professional. Our shows feature a selection of the industry's best as your hosts. Learn from Mickey Baines, Zach Busekrus, Jaime Hunt, Corynn Myers, Jaime Gleason and many more. Learn more about The Enrollify Podcast Network at podcasts.enrollify.org. Our shows help higher ed marketers and admissions professionals find their next big idea — come and find yours! 

This is the third episode in a special 4-part series between Enrollify and Unibuddy.  Join Zach Busekrus, Founder of Enrollify, and Nina Bilimoria Angelo, CMO at Unibuddy, for an extended conversation around the insights garnered from Unibuddy's latest higher education pulse reports.Unibuddy surveyed over 1,200 prospective college students about their journey to college and close to 1,000 higher education administrators about how they plan to recruit these students. Access the reports, connect with Nina, and learn more about Unibuddy below.The Next Generation of Student Recruitment (Higher Ed Admin's Report)The Gen Z Journey to College (Student Pulse Report)Connect with NinaExplore Unibuddy About the Enrollify Podcast Network The Enrollify Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!  Our podcast network is growing by the month and we've got a plethora of marketing, admissions, and higher ed technology shows that are jam packed with stories, ideas, and frameworks all designed to empower you to be a better higher ed professional. Our shows feature a selection of the industry's best as your hosts. Learn from Mickey Baines, Zach Busekrus, Jaime Hunt, Corynn Myers, Jaime Gleason and many more. Learn more about The Enrollify Podcast Network at podcasts.enrollify.org. Our shows help higher ed marketers and admissions professionals find their next big idea — come and find yours! 

I denne episoden introduserer vi en ny programleder i podcasten! Jørgen studerer medieproduksjon, og gleder seg til å danne team med Eirill og Christina og lage nye episoder til deg.Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på instagram, eller kontakt oss på Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

Introduction Paige Steffy returns for Part 2 of a two-part interview. In this episode, Paige reflects on themes that follow every international student on their journey; hope, empathy, and connection. She's walked the walk of an international student, and now she's walking beside them on their student journey as part of Unibuddy. Join us to hear how Paige envisions the future of international students. Episode Summary 02:26 - Simon and Paige take a moment to explore the roots of Paige's last name, ‘Steffy.'03:32 - Why is international education so important to Paige? 05:29 - Paige shares how her experience as an international student in the U.K. helped her to be a bridge between cultures in a diverse work environment.  09:18 - As someone who's been on every end of the international student spectrum — what's unique about Paige's current placement in the EdTech industry? 10:30 - Why are student ambassadors so vital to the decision-making process for prospective students?13:51 - Paige mentions an international student with big dreams at Willamette University who specialized in Aquaponics. 18:34 - What is it that gives Paige hope for the next generation of students?20:05 - Paige speaks on why it's important as adults to foster hope in international students, even if we may not know what they're going through. 21:33 - What does the U.S. international education system do well, and vice-versa? 23:28 - Where does Paige see the international student industry going in the next five to ten years?25:01 - Paige shares what she's most grateful for in her life and career in the international student industry. Links UC DavisWillamette UniversityRoyal Holloway, University of London EdTechAquaponicsGuest InformationLinkedin ResourcesUnibuddyWhat is a Student Ambassador?Connect With UsInstagramFacebook Twitter Tumblr Find our Podcasts here

This is the second episode in a special 4-part series between Enrollify and Unibuddy.  Join Zach Busekrus, Founder of Enrollify, and Nina Bilimoria Angelo, CMO at Unibuddy, for an extended conversation around the insights garnered from Unibuddy's latest higher education pulse reports.Unibuddy surveyed over 1,200 prospective college students about their journey to college and close to 1,000 higher education administrators about how they plan to recruit these students. Access the reports, connect with Nina, and learn more about Unibuddy below.The Next Generation of Student Recruitment (Higher Ed Admin's Report)The Gen Z Journey to College (Student Pulse Report)Connect with NinaExplore UnibuddyAbout the Enrollify Podcast NetworkThe Enrollify Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!  Our podcast network is growing by the month and we've got a plethora of marketing, admissions, and higher ed technology shows that are jam packed with stories, ideas, and frameworks all designed to empower you to be a better higher ed professional. Our shows feature a selection of the industry's best as your hosts. Learn from Mickey Baines, Zach Busekrus, Jaime Hunt, Corynn Myers, Jaime Gleason and many more. Learn more about The Enrollify Podcast Network at podcasts.enrollify.org. Our shows help higher ed marketers and admissions professionals find their next big idea — come and find yours! 

This is the first episode in a special 4-part series between Enrollify and Unibuddy.  Join Zach Busekrus, Founder of Enrollify, and Nina Bilimoria Angelo, CMO at Unibuddy, for an extended conversation around the insights garnered from Unibuddy's latest higher education pulse reports.Unibuddy surveyed over 1,200 prospective college students about their journey to college and close to 1,000 higher education administrators about how they plan to recruit these students. Access the reports, connect with Nina, and learn more about Unibuddy below.The Next Generation of Student Recruitment (Higher Ed Admin's Report)The Gen Z Journey to College (Student Pulse Report)Connect with NinaExplore Unibuddy About the Enrollify Podcast Network The Enrollify Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!  Our podcast network is growing by the month and we've got a plethora of marketing, admissions, and higher ed technology shows that are jam packed with stories, ideas, and frameworks all designed to empower you to be a better higher ed professional. Our shows feature a selection of the industry's best as your hosts. Learn from Mickey Baines, Zach Busekrus, Jaime Hunt, Corynn Myers, Jaime Gleason and many more. Learn more about The Enrollify Podcast Network at podcasts.enrollify.org. Our shows help higher ed marketers and admissions professionals find their next big idea — come and find yours! 

Introduction The magic of Harry Potter captivated a generation of dreamers and stood as a gateway to another world; for one Paige Steffy, it was also a glimpse into her future. Paige graduated from UC Davis with a double major in psychology and Spanish, then worked in the admissions office at Willamette University. Her next adventure wasn't quite Hogwarts, but, for her Master's program, Paige moved to the U.K. and attended Royal Holloway, University of London. Today, Paige is taking the lessons she's learned and using them to guide international students through the Unibuddy, student ambassador program, platform. Join us for part one of our two-part interview! Episode Summary 03:20 - Paige gives a recap of her background, her educational journey, and the work she does in student education. 07:05 - Paige speaks about the influence that her love for stories has had on her career.  08:09 - Inspiration is all around; Paige mentions how not only her teachers, but the story of Harry Potter fostered her interests. 09:24 - Why did Paige decide to continue her studies in the U.K., rather than the U.S.? 11:44 - Simon ties in how Steve Jobs' Stanford commencement speech relates to Paige's own story. 12:37 - Paige shares how her study abroad opened her eyes to the wonders of being an international student. 16:55 - Paige and Simon speak on the National Health System in the U.K. vs. the U.S. 19:36 - How has Paige's experience in the U.K. shaped her ability to help international students looking to take on similar challenges? 20:53 - Who is someone dead or alive that Paige would like to spend a day with? Links UC DavisWillamette UniversityRoyal Holloway, University of London Harry PotterSteve Jobs Stanford Commencement SpeechNational Health ServicePrincess DianaGuest InformationLinkedin ResourcesUnibuddyConnect With UsInstagramFacebook Twitter Tumblr Find our Podcasts here

It's been a long and well-deserved summer break. Before we headed off, we had a lovely chat with two international student editors of IDE. Yuka & Jack already share their experiences as international students as student editors on the IDE website. For this bonus episode, they talk with Ianus and Producer Marc about work-life balance, what's it like studying Delft Design and much more. Enjoy! We will be back with our final episode on design & health soon. References in this episode: Student experiences stories > https://www.tudelft.nl/en/ide/education/master-programmes/experiences  UniBuddy student chat > https://www.tudelft.nl/en/education/information-and-experience/preparing-for-a-bachelor/chat-with-a-student IDE Flight Case summer programme > http://www.flightcase-delft.com/  Design for the Real World – Victor Papanek  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/190560.Design_for_the_Real_World  The Culture Map – Erin Meyer > https://erinmeyer.com/books/the-culture-map/  Arriving Today – Christopher Mims > https://www.harpercollins.com/products/arriving-today-christopher-mims?variant=33080441274402 

Hvordan er treningsmulighetene? Hvor mye koster det i kantinen? Hva kan vi si om pensum? Bruker studentene ryggsekk eller veske? Alt dette pluss mer svarer vi på i denne episoden! Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

On this week's episode of The Enrollify Podcast, Zach chats with Kyle Campbell, founder of Education Marketer, about why higher ed has been so slow to adopt TikTok and how higher ed should be thinking about TikTok.Zach and Kyle riff on the opportunity that exists for higher ed marketers to grow their personal brands on platforms like Twitter and LinkedIn and how the growth of one's personal brand directly impacts the growth of the institution. This week's episode is brought to you by - Unibuddy - the leader in peer-to-peer marketing from student recruitment — has now joined an elite roster of Slate Platinum Preferred Partners to kickstart a groundbreaking partnership. This top-level partnership means bringing colleges and universities added benefits and functionality across their tech stack, plus better visibility into student data across all stages of the prospect's higher education journey.If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!  Our podcast network is growing by the month and we've got a plethora of marketing, admissions, and higher ed technology shows that are jam packed with stories, ideas, and frameworks all designed to empower you to be a better higher ed professional. Our shows feature a selection of the industry's best as your hosts. Learn from Mickey Baines, Jeremy Tiers, Jaime Hunt, Corynn Myers, Jaime Gleason and many more. Learn more about The Enrollify Podcast Network at podcasts.enrollify.org. Our shows help higher ed marketers and admissions professionals find their next big idea — come and find yours! 

The hosts of The NextGen VC, Audrey and Ved, are joined by Michelangelo Valtancoli of Stride VC. The Stride team have invested in the likes of Cazoo, Zefir and Unibuddy. Before Stride, Michelangelo interned at PayPal and Wayra, Telefonica's accelerator, and was also a student partner at Entrepreneur First. With his contagious energy and love for acting, Michelangelo is one of the few people we know that broke into VC straight out of university.In this episode you'll learn: - How Michelangelo broke into VC straight out of university- How his acting career made him a better VC- Michelangelo's advice for those who want to break into venture

Kimeshan Naidoo recently gave a chat in the CTO Studio about how he built Psychological Safety for his engineering teams. He is the CTO and co-founder of Unibuddy.Check out 7ctos.com/podcast

On this week's episode of Fanatical Fridays, Zach and Mickey get real tactical and unpack the frameworks they use to write great subject lines. Mickey explains what enrollment marketers can learn from Jerry Senfield about crafting great subject lines and Zach introduces listeners to the “3 C's of Copywriting” that he uses to increase opens, clicks, and conversions. The duo concludes with a list of words that you should (almost) NEVER include in your subject lines to avoid being kicked into the hell that is “junk mail” or “spam”. Get excited for a  jam-packed, entertaining, and highly tactical episode of your favorite Friday podcast! Fanatical Fridays is brought to you by Enrollify.  Enrollify is where higher ed comes to learn new marketing skills, discover new software and services, network with the best minds and find their next gig.  You can connect with Zach on LinkedIn or Twitter and Mickey on LinkedIn. This week's episode is sponsored by:  Unibuddy - the leader in peer-to-peer marketing from student recruitment. Unibuddy has now joined an elite roster of Slate Platinum Preferred Partners to kickstart a groundbreaking partnership. This top-level partnership means bringing colleges and universities added benefits and functionality across their tech stack, plus better visibility into student data across all stages of the prospect's higher education journey. Learn more about Unibuddy  here. You can access additional higher ed marketing podcasts, ecourses, videos and more at Enrollify.org. Learn more about this episode in our show notes. 

I denne episoden forteller Daniel om hvordan det er å studere master i innovasjon og kunnskapsutvikling ved Campus Grimstad. Hva er innovasjon og kunnskapsutvikling? Hva kan du ha studert tidligere? Hvilke emner og temaer jobber man med? Alt dette og mye mer får du vite i denne episoden! Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat

On this week's episode of Fanatical Fridays Zach and Mickey riff on three knowledge gaps that admissions and marketing teams should close in 2022. Mickey shares ideas for how enrollment marketing leaders can get better at incorporating video into their communication strategies and how to better leverage marketing attribution data to further personalize the enrollment journey.  Zach discusses the changes in user behavior on social media, explains how platforms are evolving algorithmically, and offers suggestions for how higher ed can up their social savviness and relevance in 2022 and beyond.This week's episode of Fanatical Fridays is brought to you by Unibuddy, a student engagement platform that helps higher education recruitment, marketing, and admissions professionals attract, engage and convert prospective students.Unibuddy helps students make one of the most important purchasing decisions of their life — where to go to college. One of the ways they do this is by giving prospects real-time access to real people at your university. You can access additional higher ed marketing podcasts, ecourses, videos and more at Enrollify.org.  Learn more about this episode in our show notes.

I denne todelte episoden snakker Christina og Eirill først med Ingrid som har vært på utveksling i Australia, deretter snakker de med Pål som dro til Frankrike. Hvordan bestemmer en hvor en skal dra på utveksling? Hvordan ser en vanlig studiedag ut når en er på utveksling? Vil en ha tid til å oppleve noe av landet en bor i? Og hvordan er det å komme hjem igjen? Alt dette og mye mer får du svar på i denne episoden! Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønske rå være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på https://www.uia.no/student-chat (uia.no/student-chat)!

I denne episoden snakker Christina og Eirill med Janne fra utvekslingskontoret på UiA. Hun forteller om alle reisemulighetene og hvordan prosessen foregår når en skal dra på utveksling fra UiA. Selv om Eirill`s utveksling ble avlyst på grunn av covid-19 har hun fremdeles noen tanker og opplevelser om hvordan prosessen foregår mens Christina på den andre siden ikke har noen forkunnskaper. Her sitter virkelig Janne på all kunnskapen! Spent på å lære mer om utveksling? Du kan lese mer her: uia.no/utveksling. Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

I denne episoden snakker Christina og Eirill med Eline som arbeider på biblioteket ved UiA. Hun forteller hvilke tjenester biblioteket kan tilby studenter, blant annet hjelp med kildehenvisning og å finne litteratur til oppgaver.  Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

I denne episoden snakker vi med Bjørn-Tore som er ansatt ved UiA. Han nyanserer forskjellen mellom Økonomi og administrasjon og Markedsføring og ledelse. Hva betyr det at begge studiene er AACSB-akkreditert? Hvorfor er det noe overlapp mellom studiene de to første semestrene? Hva skiller disse studiene fra hverandre? Hvilke muligheter har en etter endt studie? Alt dette og mye mer får du svar på i denne episoden!  Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

I denne episoden snakker vi med Adam som flyttet fra Oslo for å studere ved UiA rett etter videregående. Hvordan er det å komme til UiA som ny student? Hvordan er det å gå fra å være elev til å være student Og ikke minst - får en seg lett venner som ny student? Alt dette og mye mer får du høre om i dagens episode! Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

Vi har snakket med Maren som har tatt en bachelor i Medier og Kommunikasjon ved UiA. Hvorfor valgte hun dette? Hva gjør hun nå? Hvilke valgmuligheter har en innenfor dette studiet? Og hva kan du egentlig gjøre etter endt studie? Alt dette og mye mer får du svar på i denne episoden! Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

Students don't actually want technology to replace all human connection. What prospects do want is one-to-one relationships with student ambassadors who will tell them what the institution is really like and help create a sense of belonging even before admission.  In this episode, we interview Diego Fanara , Cofounder & CEO at Unibuddy , about a platform to facilitate peer-to-peer connections that promote belonging.  Join us as we discuss: - The idea of affinity groups and student tribes - The successful utilization of peer-to-peer platforms - How the student ambassador can replace a campus tour - What role admissions and technology should play in human-to-human connection  Interested in a demo of Unibuddy?https://insight.unibuddy.com/l/848943/2021-11-08/227x37  To hear more interviews like this one, subscribe to Higher Ed Marketer on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , or your preferred podcast platform.   Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for Higher Ed Marketer in your favorite podcast player.

I dagens episode forteller Christina om hvordan det har vært å studere Markedsføring og ledelse ved UiA. Hva betyr det at Handelshøyskolen ved UiA er AACSB-akkreditert? Hvilke eksamensformer er en innom i løpet av studiet? Hvilke valgmuligheter har en de to siste semestrene? Og ikke minst, hva kan du gjøre etter endt studie?  Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

Virtual recruitment events are here to stay — even as traditional, in-person events return to most college campuses. On this week's episode of The Enrollify Podcast, Zach sits down with Paige Steffy, a Customer Success Manager at Unibuddy, to discuss what the future holds for digital events. They discuss ideas for how to approach event marketing in unique and differentiated ways, how to structure and title your events to stand out in a sea of virtual offerings, and what enrollment marketers can learn from Netflix with respect to how events should be formatted.Learn more about virtual event marketing in the free e-course we built in collaboration with Unibuddy. This course takes you through the entire process of running an unforgettable virtual event, from planning to promotion and execution.Learn more about this episode and about our sponsors in our show notes.

I denne episoden forteller Ingvild om hva UiA Karriere er og hvordan en som student kan få hjelp til både CV-skriving og intervju-forberedelser. Julie kommer med sine tre beste karrieretips som du kan starte med allerede nå! Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

I denne episoden forteller Christina hvordan det har vært å ta påbyggsstudiet HR og Organisasjonsutvikling ved UiA. Hvilke veier kan en ta til dette studiet? Hvor mange studenter er det på dette studiet? Hvilke fagområder er en innom i løpet av dette året? Alt dette og mer får du vite i denne episoden! Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

The student journey to enrollment is increasingly multidimensional. To meet students' high expectations for virtual engagement, institutions will need to assess their various engagement tactics and work to bring them all under one hood. On this week's episode, Zach sits down with Mallory Willsea, Executive Vice President of Strategy and Operations at PlatformQ Education, to discuss the strategies and tactics that separate the best virtual events from the rest. Mallory posits that virtual events, and any engagement institutions do, should be centered around the characteristics that define each student they engage with. Using data to fuel planning and follow up will be the differentiator, she believes, to facilitate student journeys that cater to students' specific preferences and interests. Tune in for an idea-packed, entertaining, and practical episode on how to up your event marketing game. If you're curious to learn more about PlatformQ Education's offerings, watch the Enrollify Exclusives Zach did with Gil Rogers, Executive Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, Marketing and Outreach here.Are you planning on running a virtual recruitment event for your institution? Check out the free e-course we built with our partners at Unibuddy to learn the best practices for making your event unforgettable.Learn more about this episode and about our sponsors in our show notes.

I denne episoden snakker Eirill om hvordan det har vært å studere statsvitenskap ved UiA. Hva handler studiet egentlig om? Hvordan foregår eksamen? Er det mye valgfrihet på studiet? Hvilke muligheter har en etter endt studie? Alt dette og mye mer får du vite i denne episoden!  Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål, eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

A transcript can be found online, here. Uni accommodation is where memories and life-long friendships are made. Accommodation manager Kirstin and student Ottilia answer all your frequently asked questions about our Hillhead Student Village.  Accommodation search and 360 videos Hillhead accommodation video tours Chat with current students via UniBuddy

Every marketer knows the importance of word of mouth — people trust people more than people trust brands...plain and simple.  But, how do you get word of mouth to happen at scale? And how do you ensure that the words that people use to describe the experience your institutional brand offers aligns with the very way you want your brand to be perceived? Community marketing might just be the answer. On this week's episode, Zach sits down with Kyle Campbell, a Content Marketing Manager at Unibuddy, to discuss what community marketing is, why it matters for student recruitment, and which schools are slaying this new approach to prospect engagement. To learn more about community marketing in higher ed, and get a plethora of examples of schools doing it well, subscribe to Unibuddy's bimonthly newsletter,  The Chat.Learn more about this episode and about our sponsors in our show notes.

A transcript for this episode can be found online, here. Thinking about studying an Arts and Humanities degree at university? Students Rian and Natalie share what studying at uni is like, including what their usual day looks like!  Rian's disabled student's guide to getting around campus  Find out more about your degree  Chat with current students via UniBuddy 

In this episode, Kris and Erik answer listener questions about computer security resources, and they discuss the Windows 11 announcement and its implications for education. News coverage includes the differences in EdTech spending between the US and China, the college recruitment startup Unibuddy, and Scott Galloway's summary of the Robinhood debacle. This week's EdTech tips include embedding discussion questions in your podcasts and how to extend your home WiFi signal.SHOW NOTES#EdTechOfficeHoursSecurity books*Click Here to Kill Everybody - Bruce Schneier*Schneier on Security blog*Techno Creep - Tom KeenanSecurity resources*Security Now podcast*Stacey on IoT newsletter and podcastNews*Forbes: EdTech Gap Between China and the US*Global News Wire: Unibuddy startup for college recruitment*Scott Galloway: Robinhood and iAddictionDiscussion: Windows 11Microsoft*Learning with the New Windows 11*Windows 11: The Operating System for Hybrid Work and LearningArticles by Paul Thurrott*Windows 11: First Impressions*Windows 11: A Few More Observations*Windows 11: Feature Focus Snap GroupsEdTech TipsEmbedded questions in podcasts*Blog post*Research studyWiFi boosting*The Wirecutter: The Best WiFi ExtenderEDTECH EXAMINED CONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail: hey@edtechexamined.comTwitter: @EdTechExaminedTEAM INFORMATIONErik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.net Twitter: @egchristiansenBlog: tech-bytes.netKris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: krishans.caTwitter: @KrisHansMarket Grad

In today's episode, we're featuring a talk that UNINCORPORATED's founder and CEO, Ian Evenstar, recently gave at the Unibuddy Summit. In his talk titled “Mental Health Matters”, Ian discusses adapting to a “new normal” and provides some practical ways you can improve your mental wellbeing. For more higher ed-specific resources, or if you'd like to be a guest on the show, please visit UNINCORPORATED.com.

A transcript for this episode can be found online, here. Applying to Aberdeen from abroad? Jack from the USA and our International Officer Frances talk about what it is like to move to Aberdeen, what support is available, and how the Scottish uni system might differ from what you are used to. Funding database  Country-specific pages Contact your international officer Chat with current students via UniBuddy

Vi har snakket med Hisham som studerer vernepleie ved UiA. Hva gjør egentlig en vernepleier? Hvilke eksamensformer forekommer på studiet? Hvordan er studentmiljøet? Vi har snakket om alt dette og mye mer! Husk at du kan kontakte oss på Instagram på @uiagder dersom du har innspill eller ønsker å være gjest i podkasten! Ønsker du å lære mer om vernepleien kan du kontakte Hisham på Unibuddy via uia.no/student-chat! 

Vi har snakket med Ylva som forteller hvordan det er å studere litteratur, film og teater på UiA. Må en delta på audition for å komme inn? Hvor store er klassene? Hvordan er studentmiljøet? Hvordan foregår eksamen? Alt dette og mye mer snakker vi om i dagens episode!  Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

Det finnes nærmere 70 studentaktiviteter, og enda flere studentverv du kan engasjere deg i som student ved UiA. Hvordan er det egentlig? Student Jakob Mæland deler sine erfaringer med hele 30 verv, og Christina forteller om hvordan avslag på verv påvirket motivasjonen videre som ny student. For mer informasjon om hva du kan engasjere deg i, se http://stastudent.no/ (stastudent.no) Har du spørsmål, innspill til temaer eller vil være gjest hos oss? Ta kontakt via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat eller på Instagram via @uiagder!

In this episode, Flavilla is joined by Kimeshan Naidoo. They discuss how to sell tech products to the education sector.Kimeshan Naidoo is a South African computer scientist and technology entrepreneur. He is the CTO & Co-Founder of Unibuddy, a London-based EdTech Company. Unibuddy has become one of the fastest-growing education technology startups in the world, to date helping over 250,000 students to decide where and what to study across 300 universities in over 30 countries. Unibuddy has raised $12 million to date and has offices in London, New York and Bangalore. Naidoo graduated from the University of Cape town with a BSc in Electrical Engineering. He moved to the United Kingdom in 2015 and graduated from University College London with an MSc in Computer Science. He was recently listed on the 2020 Forbes 30 under 30 list.To connect with Kimeshan, CLICK HERETo visit Unibuddy's website, CLICK HEREJoin Tech Brains Talk mailing list for more perks, CLICK HERETo find out more about 3 Colours Rule Agency, CLICK HERE

Episode Overview On lucky number episode 13 of EdUp EdTech, I had the pleasure of speaking with CEO and Co-founder Diego Fanara from Unibuddy. This episode highlights the importance of connecting current students with prospective students and helping them decide which institution is best for them to attend. Peer to Peer connections through Unibuddy helped increase application and retention rates by 65% in situations where a prospective student got the opportunity to chat with an ambassador (current student). Diego also talks about his passion for diversifying college demographics and opening up a world of opportunities to both domestic and international students. This is a fabulous episode is filled with great tips on how to connect students across the higher ed ecosystem. Sign-up for a demo of the Unibuddy platform by going to - https://unibuddy.com/ More About Unibuddy Selecting the right university is one of the biggest decisions a young person will make. Unibuddy has raised $7 million to help prospective students connect with students currently enrolled in universities. The platform has been embedded into over 250 universities around the world (Forbes 30 Under 30, 2020). Unibuddy is an educational technology company based in London, United Kingdom with offices in New York City and Bangalore. Uniuddy is a digital Peer-to-peer communication platform that facilitates conversations between prospective university students and current student ambassadors. How to Connect Connect with Diego on LinkedIn & Follow Unibuddy on Social Media Facebook | LinkedIn |Twitter | Instagram Connect with the host: Holly Owens Join the EdUp community at The EdUp Experience! Follow us the EdUp Experience Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | YouTube We Make Education Your Business! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Vi har snakket med Stine om hvordan det er å studere rettsvitenskap ved UiA. Er det mye gruppearbeid på studiet? Hvor stor er arbeidsmengden? Hvordan foregår eksamensperioden? Alt dette og mye mer får du vite i denne episoden! Har du forslag til tema, spørsmål eller ønsker å være gjest? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat!

Fred Destin is the founder of £100m seed-stage tech VC fund Stride.VC.  Before Stride, he was partner at Accel and Atlas Venture. He has been the lead investor and served on the board of some of the world's most exciting startups, including Deliveroo, Cazoo, Zoopla, Unibuddy, PillPack, Secret Escapes, Dailymotion, and more. Fred is a true visionary and shared with us his thoughts on early traction and investing in student founders.Want to join a private group chat with 10 other young startup enthusiasts? Meet Waves.

I dag er det søknadsfrist hos Samordna opptak! I denne episoden snakker vi om hvorfor du bør velge å studere på UiA. Har du tips eller ønsker for hva vi skal snakke om i podkasten? Send oss en DM på @uiagder på Instagram, eller kontakt oss via Unibuddy på uia.no/student-chat.

Meet Diego Fanara — Co-Founder and CEO of Unibuddy. Unibuddy is a student engagement platform that helps institutions with higher education recruitment, marketing, and admissions. By connecting existing students to prospective students, Unibuddy helps students make one of the most important purchasing decisions of their life — where to go to college.Diego was born and raised in Geneva, Switzerland. As a kid, he had always dreamed of working on Wall Street or London in financial management, but those dreams were disrupted as he began his university search. Diego's parents chose the path of entrepreneurship over advanced education, so it was up to him to figure out if, where, and when he wanted to go to university.And it was during this season of his life where the idea which would become Unibuddy began to form. Fast forward a few years. In 2017, Unibuddy launched with five partner schools in the UK. Today, they work with more than 250 institutions around the world. Tune in to learn more about the people, the experiences, and the opportunities that inspired a young man who dreamed of being a broker in New York to become a leading pioneer in education technology. Learn more about this episode in our show notes.

Jordan Evans is the Head of Sales at Unibuddy and an energetic, competitive, and empathetic sales leader. On today's episode, Manoj Jonna sits down with Jordan to discuss his journey in sales. They cover a bunch of topics, including:  10+ years as sales professional in tech Work to live, not live to work Jumping in professional soccer was rewarding & realized he's super coachable Had to learn sales from the ground up; evolved with the times Sharing personal experiences of hardship, including loss of his father to suicide, to develop empathy with folks at his company Deep dive into empathy and empathetic sales Being selfish in a good way - focus on the things that are truly important for yourself first In a previous life, Jordan was professional soccer player, and he played collegiate soccer at UVA, where he won a national championship. We know you'll love learning from him.Enjoy this episode of The Ramped Podcast & How I Sell - thank you for tuning in!

We're living through a moment where peer-to-peer influence is more powerful than ever before. In fact, eMarketer just published some research stating that 70% of Gen Z trusts what their peers say about a brand vs. what a brand says about itself.Yet colleges and universities still struggle to lace their enrollment marketing strategies with authentic student voices.Why is that?  Especially when anyone who has worked in admissions knows how crucial student stories are at influencing prospects through the enrollment journey. On this week's episode, Zach sits down with Kevin Obomanu from Unibuddy to discuss how to leverage students as brand ambassadors…and, specifically, how to ensure that the student voice is front and center in all aspects of enrollment marketing — from search campaigns to yield campaigns.Furthermore, Kevin shares creative insights into how enrollment management teams can increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sharing of student stories and throughout the admissions process as a whole.

Meet Yahya Wahbeh, Head of UX at Unibuddy and previously at Microsoft and Tesla, to name a few! Yahya tells me all about UX, I.e. the experience of a person using a product - and why UX matters (and makes sure that I'll never be caught saying the acronym without knowing what it really means, again). We dive into the structure of his industry, its pillars and some important do's and don'ts - so anyone with a website or an app (or plans of building one) : take note! 'Yahya's tips/resources: Jacob's Law, Hick's Law AngeList (job listings) Upwork (for freelance gigs) Check out Yahya on Instagram @thelastturtle Yahya's songs: Blind Pilot (indie band) , Hip hop jazz playlists on YouTube for when he's working, & Romare (artist) for a more upbeat vibe! Follow Smart but Dumb on Instagram for all podcast updates @smartbutdumbpod

In this episode, we talk to James Lewendon and get an honest view on his time in scaling saas companies and what he's learned from his very first sales job through to leading teams in early stage tech companies.

Unibuddy changes the way universities attract, inform and recruit students by placing peer interactions and instant messaging at the core of its solutions. By embedding our tools into their websites, universities allow prospective applicants to chat with their student ambassadors and join group discussions in a matter of seconds.  Kimeshan chatted to me about his story and shared his insights.