Insights with AICCU

The Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities (AICCU) discusses issues impacting the higher education space with insights from key figures in higher ed such as policymakers, campus leaders, students, advocates and more. New episodes released quarterly.

Insights with AICCU is a education podcast hosted by AICCU, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  The State of Federal Financial Aid Policy: Shortfalls, Loan Caps, and Cost Transparency

  Jul 27, 202628 min

  Melanie Storey, president of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) discusses the most pressing issues in federal financial aid policy, including the Pell Grant shortfall and proposals to address it, the elimination of Grad PLUS loans and loan caps under H.R. 1, the fight over the definition of professional degree student, and the push for transparency in financial aid offers through the College Cost Transparency Initiative. Hosted by Tom Vu, AICCU Vice President for Policy.

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  Beyond the Degree: Student Voices on Affordability, Advocacy, and the Future of Higher Education

  Apr 22, 202624 minS0

  <p>Two former students of AICCU's Independent California Colleges Advocate program, Katelyn Pohlman and Alexis Takagi, discuss the biggest challenges facing college students today, including housing, basic needs, and financial literacy. They also make a compelling, firsthand case for why higher education remains worth it, even as its value faces growing public scrutiny. Katelyn serves as a member of the California Student Aid Commission's Student Advisory Council and is set to graduate from Chapman University this spring. Alexis is a graduate of Santa Clara University and a research analyst at the Campaign for College Opportunity. This episode is hosted by...

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  Episode #11

  Leading Through Uncertainty: A College President's View on Higher Education's Future

  Jan 29, 202632 minS0

  <p >Tom Stritikus, president of Occidental College, discusses the challenges and opportunities facing higher education and shares how Occidental College is expanding college access through transfer partnerships, strengthening support for first generation and veteran students, and increasing transparency around tuition and financial aid. Drawing on his role as board chair of the American Council on Education, the nation's largest higher education

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  Episode #10

  Partnerships that Power Access: AICCU and California's Community Colleges

  Oct 23, 202535 minS0

  <p>Dr. Larry Galizio, president and CEO of the Community College League of California, shares the critical role of partnerships in shaping California's higher education landscape. He discusses the challenges facing colleges amid federal uncertainty, the importance of flexible funding and transfer pathways, and how collaboration between community colleges and AICCU institutions can expand opportunity for students across the state. Hosted by AICCU President Kristen Soares. This episode is sponsored by First American Education Finance.</p>

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  Episode #9

  Driving Innovation in Accreditation: A Conversation with WASC President Maria Toyoda

  Jul 22, 202529 minS0

  <p>Maria Toyoda, president of the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), opens the "black box" of accreditation and discusses how WASC balances rigorous standards with institutional innovation to improve student outcomes, reduce costs, and adapt to a changing higher education student population. Maria also offers insight on how

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