Reimagining HigherEd Podcast
1) Professor Alex Zelinsky AO, VC and President, University of Newcastle
Professor Alex Zelinsky AO reflects on his journey from first-in-family to leading the University of Newcastle, emphasising how his experiences at CSIRO and in defence shaped his commitment to researc...Show More
2) Professor Nathalie Martial-Braz, Vice-Chancellor, Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
Professor Nathalie Martial-Braz, Vice-Chancellor of Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, speaks to Dr. Ashraf Mahate about the future of higher education, emphasizing the need for adaptability, innovation, ...Show More
Professor Nathalie Martial-Braz, Vice-Chancellor, Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
48:00 | Dec 11th, 2025
3) Professor Clare Pollock, VC and President, Edith Cowan University (ECU)
“If it's not about the students, then what's education about anyway?” Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Clare Pollock’s leadership is defined by her unwavering commitment to student success and...Show More
4) Professor Lily Kong, President, Singapore Management University
Professor Lily Kong, Singapore's first local and first female university president, currently leading Singapore Management University (SMU) joins host, Professor Judyth Sachs. Prof. Kong reflects on h...Show More
5) Dr. James M. Beeby, Chancellor, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Dr. James Beeby, Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse speaks to your host, and Studiosity Chief Academic Officer, Professor Judyth Sachs. Dr. Beeby recounts his personal and professiona...Show More
6) EXCLUSIVE: The Higher Ed Reckoning – Three HE leading voices on threats to the academy, contraction, and the future of learning
In a very special episode this week, join three leading HE thought leaders to discuss the existential crisis facing universities today. This high-stakes conversation is hosted by Professor Judyth Sach...Show More
7) Prof Imad Hoballah, VP for Institutional Advancement & External Relations, American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK)
Professor Imad Hoballah, VP for Institutional Advancement & External Relations at American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) joins host, Dr. Ashraf Mahate. Listen in to hear his insights on: Enco...Show More
8) LIVE RECORDING: Arriving and Thriving - Supporting International Students to Succeed - a 'Students First' Symposium
On 25th September 2025, this panel came together to discuss New Zealand's growth plans for international students, the panelists' personal experiences as international students, the initiatives their ...Show More
9) Prof Dato’ Elizabeth Lee, Group CEO, Sunway Education Group, Malaysia
Professor Dato' Elizabeth Lee, Group CEO of Sunway Education Group in Malaysia, speaks to host, Professor Judyth Sachs, about how she is guided by her faith and a 'servant leadership' philosophy. Duri...Show More
10) Prof Yousef Haik, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, University of Sharjah
Professor Yousef Haik, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at University of Sharjah speaks to Dr. Ashraf Mahate about the challenges and opportunities of rapid technological change - with a focus on ...Show More
Prof Yousef Haik, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, University of Sharjah
50:41 | Sep 18th, 2025