4.05. Steven Weiner - Menlo College

In Episode 5 of Season 4 of the Plexus Presidential Podcast, Dr. JP Novin sits down with Steven Weiner, President of Menlo College, to explore how higher education must evolve in an era defined by AI, workforce disruption, and rapid technological change. From Menlo's Silicon Valley roots and mandatory internship program to the growing importance of human skills, adaptability, and experiential learning, the conversation examines what it means to prepare students for careers that may not yet exist. President Weiner also shares his perspective on federal higher education policy, the future of AI in learning, and why helping students become "future ready" may be one of the most important responsibilities of colleges and universities today.