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TransferTALK is a podcast hosted by Jay Fedje. He provides more than three decades of experience in Enrollment Management, Marketing, Brand Strategy, Transfer Recruitment Strategy, Higher Education Consulting, Podcasting, and Big Thinking. TransferTALK serves as a helpful resource for enrollment managers, registrars, academic deans, and transfer recruitment professionals. We seek to serve transfer students and colleges/universities.
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Send a text In this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje is joined by Scott Novak, entrepreneur, consultant, and unapologetic advocate for small colleges. Together, they tackle the hard truths facing small institutions: outdated systems, shrinking budgets, rising student expectations — and the fierce resistance to change that keeps many from moving forward. You’ll hear Scott’s take on: How small colleges can modernize without losing their unique charmWhy transfer, graduate, and online stud...
Send a text In this episode of TransferTALK, Jay sits down with Paul Singh of Phi Theta Kappa to explore the rapidly shifting world of credit transfer in 2026. They discuss PTK’s mission evolution, the rise of dual-enrolled and adult learners, and the changing expectations of students who now compare institutions based on transparency and transfer-friendliness. Paul shares national insights and on-the-ground PTK student feedback, highlighting the barriers students face — especially those with...
Send a text In this episode of TransferTALK, Jay sits down with John McLoughlin, Associate Dean of Enrollment Management & Student Success at NYU’s School of Professional Studies, to explore how the future of work is reshaping the future of college. NYU SPS has built a reputation for serving adult learners, transfer students, and working professionals with surprising agility — and John breaks down how modular learning, recognition of prior learning, stackable credentials, and employer par...
Send a text What if the future of community college enrollment isn’t just about 18-22-year-olds—but also 73-year-olds? In this episode, Jay sits down with Dr. Dan Predoehl, Assistant Dean of Extended Learning at Saddleback College and a nationally respected voice in equity-centered enrollment strategy. They explore Saddleback’s Emeritus Institute—one of the largest senior education programs in the country—and what it reveals about community connection, sustainability, and lifelong learning. D...
Send a text Accrediting bodies are changing their tune on credit transfer — and it could reshape higher education. In this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje sits down with higher ed researcher and consultant Scott Jeffe to unpack the recent Accreditors endorsement of AI in credit assessment and what it means for institutions and students. Jay and Scott tackle the barriers that still frustrate transfer students, the contradictions between policy and practice, and the rise in adult ...
Send a text Description: In this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje welcomes Heath Einstein, Vice Provost for Enrollment Management at Texas Christian University, for a candid conversation on the shifting world of college admissions. Jay and Heath cover a wide range of topics: TCU’s student-centered strategic planThe post-NACAC admissions landscapeBuilding partnerships across campus silosAnd the growing role of AI in student communication, enrollment, and guidanceThey also reflect on th...
Send a text In this episode of TransferTALK, Jay Fedje sits down with Jon Endicott, Dean of Student Services at West Hills College Coalinga, to get real about what it means to be truly transfer-friendly. With experience in both Private higher ed and the California community college system, Jon shares insights on serving non-traditional students, adult learners, and first-gen students—all while balancing institutional flexibility with academic integrity. Together, Jay and Jon unpack: Why “two-...
Send a text Welcome back to TransferTALK, the podcast where we dive deep into all things transfer and higher ed—without putting you to sleep! Today’s guest is someone who knows the transfer game inside and out. He’s been on both sides of the higher ed fence—faculty, administrator, recruiter—you name it, he’s done it. I’m talking about Martin Smith, who’s leading the charge as the Assistant Vice President of Admissions at the University of South Florida, making sure transfer and non-traditiona...
Send a text Title: “Rewiring the System: Fixing Transfer Credit at UMass Amherst with Dr. Patrick Sullivan” Description: In this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje sits down with Dr. Patrick Sullivan, University Registrar at UMass Amherst, to explore what it really takes to fix an archaic transfer credit system at a major public institution. Together, they cover: How Patrick tackled broken processes and undocumented policiesLessons learned from visiting other institutions like UNLV and ...
Send a text Artificial intelligence is reshaping higher ed faster than most campuses can keep up. In part two of this multi-part transferTALK series, Jay Fedje sits down again with AI ethicist and policy expert Dr. David Hatami from EduPolicy.ai to unpack where AI is taking us next. They dive into: Harvard’s international student visa crisis and AI’s potential role in virtual educationThe evolution of faculty resistance and student readiness for AI integrationThe fine balance between innovati...
Send a text In this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje sits down with Dr. Gavin Hamms, seasoned Enrollment Strategist, Visionary, and Consultant. Together, they dive into the complex and evolving challenges of higher education enrollment, retention, and the future of student success. You’ll hear Gavin’s fresh takes on: The need to reimagine education for non-traditional learnersHow HBCUs are navigating the shifting DEI landscapeWhat "qualitative growth" in student populations reall...
Send a text Episode 10 – Demystifying Credit Mobility: Transfer Support through Inbound with Michelle Stipp In this episode of TransferTALK, host Jay Fedje sits down with Michelle Stipp, Associate Vice President of Financial Aid and Enrollment Services at Roosevelt University in Chicago, IL. With over 20 years of experience in admissions and financial aid, Michelle has a front-row seat to the evolving challenges—and opportunities—facing today’s transfer students. Michelle shares how Roosevelt...
Send a text Episode Description: Artificial Intelligence isn’t just knocking on higher ed’s door—it’s already inside, sipping coffee in the faculty lounge. In this episode of transferTALK, host Jay Fedje sits down with Dr. David Hatami—AI ethicist, author, speaker, policy consultant, and founder of EduPolicy.ai—for a candid, insightful, and surprisingly funny conversation about how colleges and universities can stop fearing AI... and start planning for it. From tech fails to policy wins, this...
Send a text Hello, and welcome to another episode of transferTALK, the podcast where we explore the ever-evolving landscape of student transfers and higher education. I'm your host, Jay Fedje, and today we have a guest whose passion for college degree access and the student experience is truly inspiring. Joining us is Dr. Matt Boyce, a dedicated higher education professional with a rich background in enrollment management and student affairs. Matt has held various roles at institutions such a...
Send a text Joining host Jay Fedje, is Kevin Windholz, the Vice President for Enrollment Management at Oklahoma City University. Since 2012, Kevin has been at the helm of domestic and international admissions, financial aid, student accounts, and university marketing and communications. As a member of the President’s cabinet, he has played a pivotal role in authoring the University's Strategic Enrollment Management plan and contributing to the development of the University's master strategic ...
Send a text Today’s show is part 2 of a conversation Jay has with Ryan Morabito, Senior Advisor/Strategist at 5° Branding. In quick recap of part 1, they discussed the elements of getting a better understanding of a college’s “Invisible Audience” of transfer and dormant degree seekers through “pulse research”. That is, frequent quick surveys to gauge the ever-changing dynamics of a complicated prospective student population. In part two we’ll dig deeper into sustainable strategies to id...
Send a text In this Episode of TransferTALK, Jay talks to Ryan Morabito, Senior Advisor/Strategist at 5° Branding. Ryan is well known as a marketing guru in higher education. You may know him from his Marketing Truth posts on LinkedIn that start with sharp insights and end with “This is the Way”! Ryan was asked to be on the show for two reasons: one he’s an out of the box marketer and two his creativity might help in this challenging conversation about Marketing to an Invisible Audience – tha...
Send a text In this Episode of TransferTALK Jay talks with Dr. Su Jin Jez, CEO of California Competes, who leads that charge with vision, creativity, and personal experience as a first-gen student herself. In this second of a two-part series, Jay is encouraged as he hopes you’ll be, with the commitment that organizations like California Competes maintains for underserved and invisible “non-traditional” college ready audiences. Higher ed leaders need to listen carefully to Drs. Jez and Bernhar...
Send a text In this episode of TransferTALK Jay talks with Drew Melendres, Co-Founder of DegreeSight. Drew’s background in higher education and more specifically with non-traditional and transfer students is both extensive and significant. Drew has a uniquely broad view of how the recruitment market has been, where it is currently, and where it is going. Yes, he’s one of those prognosticators who has a pretty clear view of the future of college enrollment. If you’re curious about the common f...
Send a text In this episode of TransferTALK Jay talks with Dr. Laura Bernhard, Senior Researcher at California Competes, a non-profit organization focused on researching and advocating for students who have started but have not finished their college degree in the state of California. They’ll wrestle with the challenges of identifying and holistically supporting a giant national community of possible “transfer” or “comebacker” students. As colleges and universities face very real demand and d...
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