Ep. 68: An Underrated Leadership Skill - Self Reflection
In this episode of Mission Admissions, host Jeremy Tiers chats with Conner Ellinghuysen about how becoming more self-aware and prioritizing self-reflection have made him a better leader.Guest Name: Conner Ellinghuysen, Director of Admissions, Buena Vista UniversityGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connerellinghuysen/Guest Bio: Conner Ellinghuysen has been the Director of Admissions at Buena Vista University since 2019. Before landing in Storm Lake he started his admissions journey at his alma mater, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Conner brings a blend of strategy, heart, and humor to the world of college admissions. He's an active member of Iowa ACAC and as President-Elect, Conner is focused on building community, creating opportunities for growth, and yes, sprinkling in the occasional Star Wars reference or dad joke.
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Jeremy Tiershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremytiers/https://twitter.com/CoachTiersAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Mission Admissions is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com. Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025!
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Ep. 67: Life As A New, First-Time Vice President Of Enrollment Management
In this episode of Mission Admissions, host Jeremy Tiers chats with Lauren Findley about her first 120 days as a first-time Vice President of Enrollment Management. Guest Name: Lauren Findley, Vice President of Enrollment Management, Texas Wesleyan UniversityGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-findley-798ab787/Guest Bio: Lauren Findley became the Vice President of Enrollment Management at Texas Wesleyan in February of 2025. Prior to that she served as the Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment at Jacksonville State University where she helped achieve the largest incoming classes in university history for the past four consecutive years.
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Jeremy Tiershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremytiers/https://twitter.com/CoachTiersAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Mission Admissions is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com. Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025!
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Ep. 66: How Harnessing Social Media Will Help You Grow Enrollment
Jeremy is joined by Hannah Downey, Social Media Strategist at the University of Wyoming, to discuss social media strategies that actually work in student recruitment, how to build buy-in and push boundaries, and more. Key TakeawaysSocial media offers a real-time, two-way communication channel that traditional admissions methods often lack.Prospective students—especially Gen Z—use social platforms like search engines when researching colleges.Aligning print, email, and social media creates a unified student experience across touchpoints.Content that performs well includes student-generated posts, admissions FAQs, and “day-in-the-life” stories.Building a strong social presence doesn’t require a massive team or budget—authenticity and consistency matter most.Social media trends can be adapted to campus messaging, but knowing your platform and audience is key.Evaluating performance through metrics like engagement rate and link clicks is crucial to improving over time.Guest Name: Hannah Downey, Social Media Strategist, University of WyomingGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-ellis-marketing/Guest Bio: Hannah Downey serves as the Social Media Strategist with Institutional Marketing at the University of Wyoming. A UW alumna, Hannah began her career with Institutional Marketing and has since grown the University of Wyoming’s digital presence and strategy. She manages the university’s flagship social media accounts and also places all the digital advertising for prospective student recruitment.
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Jeremy Tiershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremytiers/https://twitter.com/CoachTiersAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Mission Admissions is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com. Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025!
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Ep. 65: What It Means To Lead And How To Prepare Yourself For A Leadership Position
In this quick take episode, Jeremy offers practical advice for those who have leadership and management aspirations. He talks about what it means to lead, shares skills and traits that effective leaders possess, and he outlines things you can do now to better prepare and position yourself for future opportunities.
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Jeremy Tiershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremytiers/https://twitter.com/CoachTiersAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Mission Admissions is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com. Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025!
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Ep. 64: Enhancing Campus Visit Experiences For First-Generation Students And Families
In this episode of Mission Admissions, host Jeremy Tiers chats with McKenzie Sullivan from The University of Akron about their newly designed “College 101” and “College 102” campus visit sessions specifically for first-generation students and families.Guest Name: McKenzie Sullivan, Admissions Counselor, The University of AkronGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mckenzie-sullivan-m-ed-36051b144/Guest Bio: McKenzie Sullivan currently serves as an admissions counselor at The University of Akron. In addition to her work at UA, she sits on the OACAC executive board as the Northeast Ohio Delegate and is a part of the NACAC NEXT leadership cohort for 2024-2025. As a first-generation student herself, McKenzie recognizes the importance of breaking down barriers for students within this population and centers her work around this passion.
- - - -Connect With Our Host:Jeremy Tiershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremytiers/https://twitter.com/CoachTiersAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Mission Admissions is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com. Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025!
Welcome to Mission Admissions with Jeremy Tiers — a show that features candid conversations with industry leaders and difference makers that will help Higher Ed become better recruiters, communicators, and managers. Too many admissions counselors, leaders, and enrollment marketers limit themselves by only looking for professional and personal development in their particular space. In this podcast, you can expect helpful advice, tips, and strategies to improve things like customer service, communication, building relationships, marketing, and leadership from all kinds of industry leaders and difference makers in other spaces.
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