Office Hours with SIU System President Dan Mahony

The Office Hours podcast highlights some of what is going on in the world of higher education, including some of the major issues and challenges. We explore some the great work being done on our Southern Illinois University campuses in Carbondale, Edwardsville and Springfield. In each episode, SIU System President Dan Mahony will talk with expert guests to discuss these higher education issues and their experiences addressing them.

Office Hours with SIU System President Dan Mahony is a education podcast hosted by SIU System President Dan Mahony, with 18 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.

SIU System President Dan Mahony hosts Office Hours with SIU System President Dan Mahony, a education show with 18 episodes published.

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  The Myth of the Summer Break | Office Hours Podcast

  Jul 29, 202643 min

  Do universities take the summer off? While many students enjoy a well-earned break, college campuses remain incredibly busy behind the scenes. Summer is a critical time for student recruitment, orientation, research, campus improvements, community partnerships and preparing for the next academic year. In this episode of Office Hours , SIU System President Dan Mahony welcomes SIU Edwardsville Chancellor James Minor, SIU Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane and SIU School of Medicine Dean Jerry Kruse for a conversation about what really happens during the summer months and why this work is essential to student success. Topics include: • Student recruitment and enrollment • Summer orientation and campus activity • Research and community engagement • Preparing for the upcoming academic year • The future of higher education • Summer reading and viewing recommendations Whether you're a student, parent, educator or simply curious about higher education, this episode offers an inside look at one of the busiest seasons on a university campus.

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  Public Broadcasting: Why It Matters for Communities and Higher Education | Office Hours Podcast

  Jun 30, 202640 min

  Public broadcasting is a trusted source of news and community engagement. Its impact extends far beyond the airwaves. In this episode of Office Hours, SIU System President Dan Mahony sits down with Larry Hunter, Interim Executive Director of WSIU Public Broadcasting; Jack Tichnor, SIU graduate and emeritus WSIU staff member; and Michelle Eccles, NPR Illinois (WUIS) morning host and SIU alumna, to discuss the value of public broadcasting in today's media landscape. President Mahony, a longtime public radio listener, also shares his appreciation for the role public broadcasting plays in keeping communities informed and connected. Whether you're interested in higher education, journalism or the future of local media, this conversation highlights why public broadcasting matters.

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  A Fairer Formula: Rethinking Higher Ed Funding | Office Hours Podcast

  May 27, 202644 minS1

  <p>As Illinois lawmakers work toward a May 31 budget deadline, conversations surrounding how the state funds public universities have taken on renewed importance. In this episode, A Fairer Formula: Rethinking Higher Ed Funding, SIU System President Dan Mahony discusses with experts about how higher education funding models operate across the nation and the efforts underway at the Capitol to modernize the way Illinois distributes funding to public universities.</p><p>Joining the conversation are national higher education funding expert, Denisa Gandara from the University of Texas at Austin and Robin Steans from Advance Illinois. Together, they discuss why many states...

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  Who’s the Boss: Inside University Power & Governance | Office Hours Podcast

  Apr 30, 202644 minS1

  <p> In this episode of Office Hours, SIU System President Dan Mahony explores one of the most misunderstood aspects of higher education: how leadership and decision-making work. </p><p>While many assume the president sits at the top, universities operate through a more complex structure, one that includes governing boards and shared leadership. </p><p>Joined by Dr. Felecia Commodore, an expert in higher education governance from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, along with SIU System Board Chair Judge Phil Gilbert and former Chair Roger Tedrick, this conversation offers both research-based insight and real-world perspective on: </p>The role of boar...

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  Beyond the Bracket: The Future of College Athletics | Office Hours Podcast

  Mar 31, 202640 minS1

  <p> What is the future of college athletics—and how do we get there?</p><p>In this special episode of Office Hours, SIU System President Dan Mahony takes the guest seat as faculty leaders Cherese Fine (SIUE) and Julie Partridge (SIUC) lead a thoughtful discussion on the current state and future direction of college sports.</p><p>As a lover of sports and higher education leader, President Mahony shares his perspective on:</p>The financial realities facing athletic programsThe evolving student-athlete experienceThe sustainability of current modelsWhy institutions must be intentional moving forward<p>With March Madness as the backdrop, thi...

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