The Future of Higher Ed: Innovation, Experiential Learning, and Leadership with Eller Dean Karthik Kannan

In this episode, Dean Karthik Kannan joins us to explore the future of higher education, from the rise of AI and transdisciplinary learning to the increasing global connectivity reshaping academia and industry. We discuss how the Honors-Eller partnership is preparing students for real-world challenges, the balance between innovation and overreliance on technology, and the evolving structure of degree pathways. Dean Kannan also shares his leadership journey, insights on collaboration and entrepreneurship, and how higher education can stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.