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Villanova University is creating career-ready graduates despite the current negative perception of higher ed that is partly fueled by students having difficulties finding jobs upon graduation. Part of this comes from approximately 94% of Villanova students being accepted into internships. Anyone can see these successes for themselves since the private Roman Catholic research institution shares what their alumni are actually saying and experiencing online.
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In his latest podcast episode, Dr. Drumm McNaughton talks with Associate Vice Provost for Career and Professional Development Kevin Grubb about how Villanova keeps student outcomes transparent, how transparency helps attract and retain students, how to involve the entire university system in this practice, how career skills are built into Villanova\\u2019s educational experience, and how Villanova\\u2019s internship program works and why it\\u2019s so successful.
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Podcast Highlights
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#StudentServices #JobReady #HigherEd
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About Our Podcast Guest
Kevin Grubb
Kevin Grubb is an internationally and nationally recognized expert on career services delivery in higher education. Kevin serves as Villanova University\\u2019s Associate Vice Provost for Career & Professional Development and has held multiple roles within Villanova\\u2019s Career Center over the last 13 years. In his current position, Kevin is responsible for the strategic direction of the University\'s career and professional development functions, leading cross-university task forces and spearheading institutional projects to enhance college-to-career success. Kevin\\u2019s expertise focuses on community-driven approaches to career education, a high-tech, high-touch approach, and prioritizes equitable access to career services, especially for those historically excluded from higher education.
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\\xa0Kevin\\u2019s expertise has been acknowledged by several organizations whose mission is to provide innovative career services and education about college student engagement. He has been named the \\u201cRising Star\\u201d twice in his career, first in 2014 by the American College Personnel Association and second in 2015 by the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE). Kevin has also been invited to share insights about career development and outcomes by organizations such as LinkedIn and Strada Education Network. Additionally, he has held several leadership positions for non-profit organizations such as the NACE, the BIG EAST Conference Career Consortium, and Campus Philly.
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About the Host
\\xa0Dr. Drumm McNaughton is a consultant to higher education institutions and CEO of The Change Leader consulting firm. Drumm\'s focus is in the areas of governance, accreditation, strategy, change management, and mergers. To learn more about his services and other thought leadership pieces, visit his firm\\u2019s website at changinghighered.com.
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