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It's YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, President Series (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠) #341 & 342, recorded Live from theMiddle States Commission on Higher Education⁠ 2024 Annual Conference, & brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference

YOUR guests are Christopher L. Kenny, Esq., President & CEO, Kenny Family ShopRites of Delaware, & Jonathan Peri, President, Manor College. We're also joined by Dr. Randall VanWagoner, President, Mohawk Valley Community College, & Dr. MarTeze D. Hammonds, Founder/Owner/Principal Consultant, MDH Consulting Group, LLC

YOUR cohost is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights

YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

This episode features Christopher L. Kenny⁠ discussing his unique perspective as a non-academic commissioner & the value of business acumen in accreditation, followed by ⁠Jonathan Peri exploring the role of follow-up committees in supporting struggling institutions.

The conversation continues with Dr. Randall VanWagoner sharing insights on student success at Mohawk Valley Community College, including their innovative approaches to mental health support, food insecurity, & the impact of data-driven decision making in achieving high graduation rates.

Through the final segment, Dr. MarTeze D. Hammonds provides a comprehensive examination of DEI in higher education, unpacking common misconceptions, addressing current challenges, & emphasizing the importance of maintaining DEI standards in accreditation despite external pressures.

He highlights the need for proper implementation of DEI initiatives & the critical role of institutional leadership in fostering inclusive environments.

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