4.02. John R. Loyack, CPA, MBA - Rider University

4.10. Dr. Lynne Coy-Ogan - Husson University

r. JP Novin sits down with Dr. Lynne Coy-Ogan, President of Husson University, to discuss how experiential learning, technology, and the human element are coming together to prepare students for a changing workforce. From internship-driven learning and online expansion to AI adoption, financial aid policy, and the future of stackable credentials, Dr. Coy-Ogan shares the principles behind what she calls the Husson Model and why ethics, empathy, and real-world experience remain essential in higher education.

4.09. Aaron Sadoff - Marian University

In this episode, Dr. JP Novin sits down with Aaron Sadoff, President of Marian University, to discuss the future of higher education in an era defined by AI, shifting workforce demands, and evolving student expectations. Together, they explore enrollment strategy, higher education policy, work-integrated learning, and the growing importance of partnerships in sustaining institutional success. President Sadoff shares how Marian University is adapting to demographic and economic headwinds while remaining committed to developing students who are not only career-ready, but prepared to make a meaningful impact in their communities and the world.

4.08. Mahesh Daas - Boston Architectural College

Dr. JP Novin sits down with Dr. Mahesh Daas, President of Boston Architectural College, to explore how AI is reshaping the workforce, fueling student anxiety, and creating new opportunities for entrepreneurship. They discuss the future of higher education, the importance of adaptability in an era of rapid technological change, and why institutions must balance innovation with enduring human skills. Dr. Daas also shares Boston Architectural College’s unique model for preparing students for career success, his perspective on AI’s impact on design professions, and how colleges can build more agile structures to meet the demands of a changing economy.

4.07. Pano Kanelos - Civitas Institute, University of Texas at Austin

Dr. JP Novin sits down with Panos Kanelos, Founding President of the University of Austin, for a thought-provoking conversation on artificial intelligence, institutional innovation, and the future of higher education. Together, they explore how AI is reshaping the value of a college education, why universities must focus on cultivating human wisdom rather than simply delivering information, and what it will take for institutions to remain relevant in a rapidly changing world. Panos also shares his vision for launching new models of higher education, restoring public trust, reducing costs, and driving meaningful innovation across the sector.

4.06. Dr. L. Gregory Jones - Belmont University

Dr. JP Novin sits down with Dr. Gregory Jones, President of Belmont University, for a conversation on AI, federal policy, and the future of higher education. Dr. Jones shares how Belmont is navigating growth and innovation while remaining focused on its core mission of developing leaders of character, wisdom, and purpose. Together, they explore the impact of artificial intelligence on learning, the challenges facing colleges and universities, the importance of the humanities, and why higher education must move beyond information delivery toward personalized learning, mentorship, and human flourishing in a rapidly changing world.