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May 7, 2026
Live from ASU+GSV with David Harris

Live from ASU+GSV with David Harris

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About the Episode: 

In this bonus episode recorded live at the ASU+GSV summit in San Diego, we sat down with David Harris about new initiatives from the event organizers aimed at helping higher ed leaders navigate rapid change—from AI disruption to financial and student wellbeing challenges. They discuss the launch of a Higher Education Insights Board and new research into Gen Z’s evolving attitudes toward AI, highlighting rising concerns about learning quality and career prospects. 

The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration, clear guiding principles, and proactive leadership, positioning this moment not as a crisis but as an opportunity for institutions to rethink their role and shape a more resilient, student-centered future.

About the Show: The Higher Ed Geek Podcast explores the impact of edtech on the student experience by speaking with diverse leaders from institutions, companies, and nonprofit organizations. Each week we aim to provide an engaging, fun, and relevant dose of professional development that honors the wide range of work happening all across the higher ed ecosystem. Come geek out with us! The Higher Ed Geek Podcast is hosted by Dustin Ramsdell and is a proud member of the Enrollify Podcast Network.

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Enrollify is produced by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.

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Dustin Ramsdell is a leading content creator and influencer in the Higher EdTech space, and the host of Higher Ed Geek.

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David Harris

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