In a bold move, Purdue University has restructured its marketing department into an in-house agency, now known as Purdue Brand Studio. This strategic transformation aims to elevate the university’s storytelling capabilities and align creative efforts with...
Gen Z has been arriving on campus for a few short years now, but now there is even more data on how to better connect with Gen Z prospective students! With the experience we’ve had so far with Gen Z, we know that they approach their futures differently than the...
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...
If you’re still using the same social media strategies from a few years ago, it’s time for a refresh. In today’s digital world, it’s not enough to simply “be on social media.” Platforms are changing, algorithms are shifting, and attention spans are shrinking. Let’s...
As higher ed marketers, we spend a lot of time focused on student recruitment and enrollment, and rightfully so. But what happens if we leave advancement out of the equation? What’s often overlooked is that advancement isn’t just a nice-to-have function for...
By leveraging generative AI, institutions can engage students like never before in their digital watering hole. A “watering hole” refers to a space—physical or digital—where a target audience naturally gathers, engages, and shares information. In the...
