Mission-Driven in a Time of Change: Higher Ed’s Next Chapter

September 24, 2025

How can colleges and universities stay true to their core missions while navigating rapid change?

In this episode of The Holistic Success Show, Dr. Kelly Dore is joined by Ian Wilhelm, journalist and deputy managing editor at The Chronicle of Higher Education, a leading publication covering colleges and universities.

With more than two decades of experience reporting on higher education, nonprofits, and philanthropy, Ian brings a unique lens to the pressures and possibilities facing institutions today.

Together, Kelly and Ian explore how higher education institutions can adapt to shifting demographics, evolving workforce demands, and growing public scrutiny — without losing sight of their values and purpose.

We’ll cover topics like:

• The tension between institutional tradition and innovation
  
• How higher ed can respond to public skepticism and policy change
  
• Ways colleges can better communicate their value and impact
  
• The role of journalism in shaping perceptions of higher education
  

Whether you’re a campus leader, communications professional, or policy enthusiast, this conversation offers grounded insights into what it means to lead with integrity in a time of transformation.