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Cap & Gown
by Pharos Resources
Enjoy this engaging podcast for higher education with hosts Rachel Phillips-Buck and Matt Boisvert as they discuss topics surrounding student engagement, success, and retention. Brought to you by Pharos Resources.
Episodes
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Cap & Gown: Season 7 | Episode 2: State of the Union + Dr. Debbie D'anna, VP Student Engagement
Join us today as we meet with Dr. Debbie D'Anna, VP of Student Engagement and Campus Life, to talk about how Brevard College manages student success on campus!
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Cap & Gown: Season 7 | Episode 2: Dr. Debbie D'anna, VP Student Engagement
Join us today as we meet with Dr. Debbie D'Anna, VP of Student Engagement and Campus Life, to talk about how Brevard College manages student success on campus!
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Cap & Gown: Season 7 | Episode 1: Summer State of the Union
Welcome back to the newest season of Cap & Gown! In this episode, we catch up on the state of the union from this summer! 1. Inside Higher Ed: Trends in Higher Education Student Success for 20262. Nixon Peabody: Education Department Issues NPRM for Higher Ed Accreditation3. NASFAA: Making Sense…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 15: Spring 2026 Semester Recap
In this recap, we look back on previous episodes to reflect on the overarching story across the spring semester. From unseen work and relational retention to accompaniment, illuminators, and systems change, this season made one central argument: the work that matters most in higher education is...
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 15: State of the Union + Spring 2026 Semester Recap
In this recap, we look back on previous episodes to reflect on the overarching story across the spring semester. From unseen work and relational retention to accompaniment, illuminators, and systems change, this season made one central argument: the work that matters most in higher education is...
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 14: Better Student Experiences with Dr. Dave Rozeboom
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Dave Rozeboom to explore what it really takes to create better student experiences in higher education. From the disconnect between Student and Academic Affairs, to the growing challenges around retention, resources, and student needs, Dr. Rozeboom unpacks…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 14: Better Student Experiences w/ Dr. Rozeboom + State of the Union
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Dave Rozeboom to explore what it really takes to create better student experiences in higher education. From the disconnect between Student and Academic Affairs, to the growing challenges around retention, resources, and student needs, Dr. Rozeboom unpacks…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 13: Relational Retention with Tori Kneeland
In this episode, we interviewed Tori Kneeland about her work with relational retention. Tori shares her personal college journey and how it shaped her work with at-risk students. She also addresses the ongoing challenge of creating meaningful, systemic change to improve retention. Tori emphasizes...
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 13: State of the Union + Relational Retention with Tori Kneeland
In this episode, we interviewed Tori Kneeland about her work with relational retention. Tori shares her personal college journey and how it shaped her work with at-risk students. She also addresses the ongoing challenge of creating meaningful, systemic change to improve retention. Tori emphasizes...
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 12: Presence is a Practice
Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is be there for our students. In this episode, we explore presence, not as something passive, but as a disciplined, other-centered way of being with students. It’s not about leading, fixing, or analyzing; it’s about walking side by side and building…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 12: State of the Union + Presence is a Practice
Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is be there for our students. In this episode, we explore presence, not as something passive, but as a disciplined, other-centered way of being with students. It’s not about leading, fixing, or analyzing; it’s about walking side by side and building…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 11: Becoming an Illuminator
In this episode of Cap & Gown, we explore the power of becoming an Illuminator. Inspired by ideas from "How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen," we examine how shifting from a “danger brain” to a connection mindset changes the way we advise, teach, and lead....
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 11: State of the Union + Becoming an Illuminator
In this episode of Cap & Gown, we explore the power of becoming an Illuminator. Inspired by ideas from "How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen," we examine how shifting from a “danger brain” to a connection mindset changes the way we advise, teach, and lead....
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 10: State of the Union + Don't be a Diminisher!
In this episode, we explore "diminisher" tendencies within higher education and how they block authentic mentorship and belonging. Through practical insight and reflection, we can become illuminators for students, helping students feel seen in their complexity.
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 10: Don't be a Diminisher!
In this episode, we explore "diminisher" tendencies within higher education and how they block authentic mentorship and belonging. Through practical insight and reflection, we can become illuminators for students, helping students feel seen in their complexity.
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 9: Unveiling our 2026 Theme & Book 📱
As society leans further into efficiency and automation, such as AI, it is important to recognize the one skill that AI cannot create: person-to-person connections. The theme for this year explores how to create conditions that allow humans to genuinely know one another. Join us for this year's…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 9: State of the Union + Unveiling our 2026 Theme & Book 📱
As society leans further into efficiency and automation, such as AI, it is important to recognize the one skill that AI cannot create: person-to-person connections. The theme for this year explores how to create conditions that allow humans to genuinely know one another. Join us for this year's…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 8: Unseen Work with Sherry Woosley
In this episode of Cap & Gown, we bring in Sherry Woosley to discuss how to recognize and acknowledge the impact of unseen work within the workplace.
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 8: State of the Union + Unseen Work with Sherry Woosley
In this episode of Cap & Gown, we bring in Sherry Woosley to discuss how to recognize and acknowledge the impact of unseen work within the workplace.
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 7: 2025 Recap!
As we wrap up the end of the year, we also wrap up Season 6! In this episode, we recap this year's theme of intentionality by re-exploring ways to be successful from previous episodes.
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 7: State of the Union + 2025 Recap!
As we wrap up the end of the year, we also wrap up Season 6! In this episode, we recap this year's theme of intentionality by re-exploring ways to be successful from previous episodes.
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 6: Orbiting the Giant Hairball
In this episode of Cap & Gown, Rachel and Matt discuss the Book "Orbiting the Giant Hairball" by Gordon MacKenzie and explore how to break free from corporate conformity and instead unleash our creativity in order to achieve both personal and professional fulfillment.👉 Subscribe and join us as…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 6: State of the Union + Orbiting the Giant Hairball
In this episode of Cap & Gown, Rachel and Matt discuss the Book "Orbiting the Giant Hairball" by Gordon MacKenzie and explore how to break free from corporate conformity and instead unleash our creativity in order to achieve both personal and professional fulfillment. 👉 Subscribe and join us as…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 5: Strong Student Connections at UPike
On this episode, we invited Megan and Stephanie from the University of Pikeville to discuss the First Year Experience Program and how it has increased student connections and success. 👉 Subscribe and join us as we explore how creating strong connections with students can increase student success
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 5: State of the Union + Strong Student Connections at UPike
On this episode, we invited Megan and Stephanie from the University of Pikeville to discuss the First Year Experience Program and how it has increased student connections and success. 👉 Subscribe and join us as we explore how creating strong connections with students can increase student success
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 4: Slow Productivity- Obsess Over Quality
In our journey towards productivity, the theme for this week's episode is: INTENTIONALITY. Say yes to doing projects well rather than spreading yourself thin! Join us as we highlight three key ways to be more intentional with the time that we have and obsess over the quality of our work, rather...
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 4: State of the Union + Slow Productivity- Obsess Over Quality
In our journey towards productivity, the theme for this week's episode is: INTENTIONALITY. Say yes to doing projects well rather than spreading yourself thin! Join us as we highlight three key ways to be more intentional with the time that we have and obsess over the quality of our work, rather...
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 3: Fearful to Fearless with Suzette Parker
In this episode of Cap and Gown, we interview Suzette Parker, a Life Coach and Brain Health Professional, on how digital media has increased anxiety within students, and how changing students' thought patterns can help reduce that anxiety through her 6-week course UNAFRAID.👉 Subscribe and join…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 3: State of the Union + Fearful to Fearless with Suzette Parker
In this episode of Cap and Gown, we interview Suzette Parker, a Life Coach and Brain Health Professional, on how digital media has increased anxiety within students, and how changing students' thought patterns can help reduce that anxiety through her 6-week course UNAFRAID.👉 Subscribe and join…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 2: State of the Union + An Intro to Slow Productivity
📖✨ This year, the Pharos Resources Book of the Year is Slow Productivity by Cal Newport. In this episode of Cap and Gown, we’re re-introducing what “slow productivity” means and why it’s more relevant than ever in higher ed and student success. If you’ve ever felt buried under busyness but…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 2: An Intro to Slow Productivity
📖✨ This year, the Pharos Resources Book of the Year is Slow Productivity by Cal Newport. In this episode of Cap and Gown, we’re re-introducing what “slow productivity” means and why it’s more relevant than ever in higher ed and student success. If you’ve ever felt buried under busyness but…
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 1: Welcome Back!
Join Rachel Phillips-Buck and Matt Boisvert for the start of Season 6 of Cap & Gown! Listen as they discuss their summer travels and announce the Pharos Lighthouse Awards!
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Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 1: State of the Union + Welcome Back!
Join Rachel Phillips-Buck and Matt Boisvert for the start of Season 6 of Cap & Gown! Listen as they discuss their summer travels, the State of the Union, and announce the Pharos Lighthouse Awards!
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 17: End of Semester Recap!
It’s a wrap on Season 5—and what a season it’s been. From the spirit of the “Redbud Season” to powerful insights from student success leaders across the country, we tackled the real challenges (and hope!) in higher education post-pandemic.🎙 Highlights include:-Career mapping, stackable…
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 17: State of the Union + End of Semester Recap!
It’s a wrap on Season 5—and what a season it’s been. From the spirit of the “Redbud Season” to powerful insights from student success leaders across the country, we tackled the real challenges (and hope!) in higher education post-pandemic.🎙 Highlights include:-Career mapping, stackable…
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 16: State of the Union + Redefining Productivity in Higher Ed
In this episode, Sherry Woosley and Rachel Phillips-Buck unpack the current landscape of higher education—from national policy shifts to enrollment cliffs and Gen Z career expectations. They reflect on the hidden costs of overcommitment, the rise of administrative overhead, and the importance of...
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 16: Redefining Productivity in Higher Ed
In this episode, Sherry Woosley and Rachel Phillips-Buck unpack the current landscape of higher education—from national policy shifts to enrollment cliffs and Gen Z career expectations. They reflect on the hidden costs of overcommitment, the rise of administrative overhead, and the importance of...
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 15: Viva Gore and Retention Intelligence
In this episode of Cap & Gown, we sit down with the brilliant Viva Gore, Director of Retention Intelligence at Pharos Resources, to dive into the power of practitioner-driven data in student success. 🎓📊 Viva shares her expertise on how institutions can move beyond numbers and spreadsheets to...
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 15: State of the Union + Viva Gore and Retention Intelligence
In this episode of Cap & Gown, we sit down with the brilliant Viva Gore, Director of Retention Intelligence at Pharos Resources, to dive into the power of practitioner-driven data in student success. 🎓📊 Viva shares her expertise on how institutions can move beyond numbers and spreadsheets to...
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 14: Slow Productivity
Productivity in higher ed isn’t about busyness—it’s about impact. In this episode, we explore how to rethink productivity in a way that’s sustainable, meaningful, and truly student-centered. Listen now! 🎧
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 14: State of the Union + Slow Productivity
Productivity in higher ed isn’t about busyness—it’s about impact. In this episode, we explore how to rethink productivity in a way that’s sustainable, meaningful, and truly student-centered. Listen now! 🎧
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 12: Who is Sherry Woosley?
It was a pleasure getting to know Dr. Sherry Woosley on Cap & Gown this week! We discussed her journey into higher education, the valuable student success tips she’s learned along the way (including the different types of homesickness!), and the next frontier of higher ed.
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 13: Interview with Sharia Hays
In this episode of Cap and Gown, Rachel Phillips Buck and Sharia Hays at George Fox University dive into the evolving landscape of student affairs, the intersection of faith and racial justice, and the challenges of balancing student care with compliance. They discuss the shifting expectations of...
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 13: State of the Union + Interview with Sharia Hays
In this episode of Cap and Gown, Rachel Phillips Buck and Sharia Hays at George Fox University dive into the evolving landscape of student affairs, the intersection of faith and racial justice, and the challenges of balancing student care with compliance. They discuss the shifting expectations of...
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 12: State of the Union + Who is Sherry Woosley?
It was a pleasure getting to know Dr. Sherry Woosley on Cap & Gown this week! We discussed her journey into higher education, the valuable student success tips she’s learned along the way (including the different types of homesickness!), and the next frontier of higher ed.
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 11: Welcome Back!
In this episode of Cap and Gown, we’ll be reviewing the State of the Union with Rachel to reflect on the past year in higher ed, and set our sights on what’s ahead! We’re also thrilled to introduce our 2025 theme: Intentionality—inspired by the thought-provoking work of Cal Newport, author of our...
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 10: Camryn Branch
We had an incredible conversation with Camryn on this week's episode of Cap & Gown! Camryn, our talented Student Success Specialist, shared insights into her journey as a highly involved student leader and how that experience shapes her impactful work today. We explored her role in data and...
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 9: Wisdom with Woosley
Rachel Phillips-Buck and Dr. Sherry Woosley had an insightful conversation on transforming campus culture from 'Danger to Daring'—a neuroscience-informed approach to fostering a true sense of belonging in students! From understanding the amygdala's role to exploring how curiosity can shift your...
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 8: Debi Rutledge
Meet Debi Rutledge, Director of Academic Support and Retention at Rochester University! With over 30 years in higher ed, Debi brings a transformative approach to student success, blending her expertise in Marriage and Family Therapy with a systems view to support the whole student experience. Her...
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Cap & Gown: Season 5 | Episode 7: Kallie Menard
We are so excited to introduce you to Kallie Menard, M.Ed, Senior Client Development Representative at Pharos! Kallie works closely with prospective clients, showcasing the value of Pharos' solutions to help them improve student retention and success. In this episode, Kallie talks about her...
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Enjoy this engaging podcast for higher education with hosts Rachel Phillips-Buck and Matt Boisvert as they discuss topics surrounding student engagement, success, and retention. Brought to you by Pharos Resources.
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