Episode 32- Marie Hardin: Who is Quinnipiac's 10th President?

In the 32nd episode of Who Are You?, Marie Hardin, Quinnipiac University’s 10th President, shares: 🎓Her journey as a first-generation college student to becoming a university president 🐾What drew her to Quinnipiac and why NOW is exciting time to be a part of Bobcat Nation 👟How her personal passions as a runner, reader, explorer, and overall curious person help her lead Related to this episode: Dr. Marie Hardin, Quinnipiac Presidential Page Quinnipiac University Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Marie Hardin Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay CHAPTERS: 00:00 Who is Marie Hardin? 01:18 What passions and experiences Marie had have growing up that helped shape her career path 03:11 Marie's college experience and career path to Quinnipiac 04:40 What drew Marie to Quinnipiac 07:20 When Marie decided that she wanted to take the next step to become a university president 09:45 What is Quinnipiac's most unique strength? 11:03 Recommendation for first-year students 13:25 Importance of being curious rather than judgmental 14:30 Why is now a great time for Quinnipiac alumni to get involved/ stay involved with Bobcat Nation 16:50 What are the headwinds in higher education and what effect does it have on Quinnipiac? 19:23 How can alumni help fight against the headwinds in higher education 22:17 What Marie hopes her legacy will be as president of Quinnipiac when she is done