What does it mean to lead in the digital space with heart and grace?
On my podcast, Josie and the Podcast, I spend time with role models of digital leadership in higher education to answer this question. Whether we're deconstructing trends on TikTok, sharing best practices for maintaining a digital community, or building up communications professionals by addressing mental health and burnout, my goal is to share conversations that encourage you, empower you, and entertain you to rethink digital strategy - for yourself and the organizations you support.
We’ve made it through another season of Josie and The Podcast – and as we celebrate the end of Season 6, we’re also celebrating my birthday! To commemorate these milestones, I wanted to use this final episode to reflect on this past season and this era of my life.
One of several themes this season was technology, specifically AI. What better way to help me recap the season than by asking AI to help pull moments that sparked conversation and community for us all. Turns out, we talked a lot about change, community, and mindfulness – a few of my favorite things!
Birthdays are a big time for reflection. I asked you all for questions to answer, and you delivered. The episode is packed with life lessons, reminding you that progress doesn't require a grand plan. I advocate for starting small because the momentum created can be transformative. The episode ends with a powerful message of self-acceptance, reminding you that we are all a blend of strength and vulnerability, deserving of grace and moments to pause.
And while the season may be over, I’d love to stay connected over the summer break! Follow me on social media and/or sign up for my monthly newsletter delivered to your inbox to receive updates, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and a healthy dose of fun. Plus, don’t miss the Real Talk Higher Ed Series – a monthly show where we tackle the big issues in higher education with an experienced and caring panel of professionals.
Thank you for being part of season 6! I look forward to seeing what's in store for season 7. Until next time – sending all the digital love and hugs.
Josie and the Podcast is a production of Dr. Josie Ahlquist and is produced by University FM. The show is also sponsored by Element451.
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10 Apr 2024
Being a Traveler Not a Tourist with Jill Creighton
If you ask Dr. Jill Creighton where her favorite place in the world is, she’ll tell you it’s the place she hasn’t been to yet. As a world traveler, Jill leads organizations in global engagement, social impact, and crisis management in the higher education sector.
Before starting in her current role as the Associate Vice President for Global Operations at the Institute for Study Abroad, Jill spent years working in student affairs – a passion that stretches back to her dissertation on American college students’ study abroad behavior. Jill also hosts SA: Voices from the Field, a podcast with NASPA.
In this episode, Jill discusses her philosophy of navigating the world as a traveler and not a tourist, her observations of study abroad programs across the globe, and how the podcast SA: Voices from the Field is sharing the stories of the people who make student affairs come to life.
Josie and the Podcast is a production of Dr. Josie Ahlquist and is produced by University FM.
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Dr. Kelly Alvarado-Young on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drakay)
Dr. Peter Hansen on LinkedIn
SA: Voices from the Field podcast
Colorado Symphony (https://coloradosymphony.org/)
Chris Lombardi Acapella on YouTube
Chris Lombardi Acapella on TikTok
Hunt the Wumpus computer game
Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange (https://opendoorsdata.org/)
From Qatar to Consultancy: Transitions in Dr. Denny Roberts' Career
Dr. Chris Lewis on LinkedIn
NASPA official site (https://www.naspa.org/home)
27 Mar 2024
Little Giants: The Big World of Gen Alpha
Step aside Gen Z, because Generation Alpha is here and making its identity known. Born between 2010 and 2025, Alpha’s are highly digitally-integrated and are set to become the most educated generation.
For insight on Gen Alpha, I brought in a diverse group of guests to speak to what’s ahead. You’ll hear from AJ Lopez, social media & media relations manager at Texas Woman’s University (and parent of two Gen Alphas); Dr. Meghan Grace, researcher, consultant, generational expert; Dr. Amber Williams, Vice Provost for Student Success at the University of Tennessee - Knoxville (also a parent of a Gen Alpha); and Ava Christopher, a Gen Alpha herself, and the cousin of my marketing manager, Kati Hartwig.
As we gear up for this new generation of diverse, intelligent, and independent people, it’s clear that higher ed is going to have to evolve to fit their needs. So what’s the first step?
Josie and the Podcast is a production of Dr. Josie Ahlquist and is produced by University FM. The show is also sponsored by Element451.
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NASPA session with Tim Alexander: Is Student Affairs Ready for Influencer Marketing?
Influencer Marketing and Its Place in Higher Education | Josie and the Podcast
ACPA Annual Convention (https://myacpa.org/convention/)
NASPA Virtual Conference
AMA Virtual Conference: Marketing in Higher Education
Student Social Media Academy
Engaging the Digital Generation
AJ Lopez | Texas Women’s University (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajlopeziii/)
Dr. Meghan Grace | researcher, consultant, generational expert
Dr. Amber Williams | University of Tennessee
Gen Alpha Primer from Ologie (https://ologie.com/gen-alpha/)
McCrindle
Ashley Fell
Gen Alpha will be more diverse than the rest of the US population (Insider Intelligence)
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (https://imaginationlibrary.com/)
Inside the Tween Obsession With Drunk Elephant Skin Care (Glamour Magazine)
Skincare Smoothies
James Charles
Preparing for Gen Alpha Students: Everything Will Be Different (Volt)
6 Tips for Marketing Higher Ed to Generation Alpha
Students Like You | Seton Hall University
The Automatic Millionaire by David Bach
Faith Hitch on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@faithhitch)
Generation research from Dr. Meghan Grace and Dr. Corey Semiller (https://www.meghanmgrace.com/genz)
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