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September 14, 2026
Episode 134: Should Colleges Be on Snapchat?

Should Colleges Be on Snapchat?

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About the Episode

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Mallory sits down with Erik Toedt, new business leader at Snapchat, to discuss how higher education institutions can effectively reach 13- to 18-year-olds amidst tightening platform ad restrictions. Erik shares valuable lessons from his previous work, emphasizing the power of organic content, strategic retargeting, and authentic, unpolished creative. Learn why institutions must venture beyond traditional platforms, step out of their comfort zones, and commit real support to drive meaningful enrollment growth.

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AI Engage Fall Summit 2026

Pew Research Center, Teens' Experiences on TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat

Eduventures / Encoura, Who To Turn To: The Roles Impacting Students' College Choices

2025 E-Expectations Trend Report

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Mallory Willsea is a strategist and consultant working at the intersection of higher education.

Interviewee

Erik Toedt

New Business Lead at Snapchat

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