Higher education isn’t evolving fast enough… and now it doesn’t have a choice.
In Part 2 of this convo, Chris Jaeger sits down with NACAS CEO Rich Steele to unpack the mounting pressure facing colleges and universities, from declining enrollment and campus closures to rising complexity and financial strain.
Rich breaks down why higher ed has historically moved at a “glacial pace” and why that model is no longer sustainable. As competition increases and resources tighten, leaders are being forced to rethink everything: partnerships, pricing models, operations, and even how they serve students day-to-day.
At its core, this conversation is about leadership under pressure and the responsibility to adapt, simplify, and stay focused on what matters most: serving students.
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