Colleges and universities with massive brand equity get there only over long periods of time and through only one way—intentional branding. That’s because branding in higher education is more than just a logo or a tagline—it’s a long-term strategy that reflects...
Student-centered learning is becoming increasingly important as students and families prioritize the return on investment in higher education. Now more than ever, students and families are shifting their focus toward the real-world value they are getting out of their...
Tapping into the aura of “The Great American Pastime,” we decided to put together a special edition of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast: our “Fastball Special.” Every one of our guests has brought great value to the table, so picking just a few to represent an...
There’s been a lot of talk in the last two years or so about how the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings are made. What are the rankings? Are they fair? Do they misrepresent things? Because of all the doubts rising about the reliability of their...
It’s a sober topic. But as the breadth of the psychological damage done by the COVID-19 pandemic becomes clearer, trauma-informed marketing will not only be the smart thing for higher ed marketers, but it will also be the right thing to do. In recent years, the...
As the advancement of AI technology gains momentum, higher ed brands may face a new kind of cyber threat in deepfake attacks. I’m a big proponent of using AI applications to take the busy work out of higher ed marketing. Unfortunately, some bad actors have weaponized...
