Projections and Predictions: Knocking at the College Door
01/10/25 • 20 min
In this episode of The Edu Data Podcast, Timothy and Jamie dive deep into the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education's (WICHE) latest report, Knocking at the College Door. They explore key findings on the projected decline of high school graduates across the U.S. from 2023 to 2041, take a closer look at the meticulous methodology behind WICHE's projections, and discuss implications of those projections.
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Timothy Davis
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Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register
In this episode of The Edu Data Podcast, Timothy and Jamie dive deep into the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education's (WICHE) latest report, Knocking at the College Door. They explore key findings on the projected decline of high school graduates across the U.S. from 2023 to 2041, take a closer look at the meticulous methodology behind WICHE's projections, and discuss implications of those projections.
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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/
Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/
About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast 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! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register
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Accessibility-first Design
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95.9% of website home pages have accessibility failures. That’s because accessibility isn’t part of the design process.
In this episode of the Edgy Data Podcast, Timothy Davis speaks with Eugene Woo, CEO of Vengage, about the importance of accessibility in website and document design, and how higher ed pros can ensure their content can be consumed by everyone.
WHO disabilities report: https://www.who.int/teams/noncommunicable-diseases/sensory-functions-disability-and-rehabilitation/world-report-on-disability
CDC disabilities report: https://archive.cdc.gov/www_cdc_gov/media/releases/2018/p0816-disability.html
ADA accessibility fines article: https://www.adatitleiii.com/2024/06/federal-court-website-accessibility-lawsuit-filings-took-a-dip-in-2023/
DOE OCR article: https://www.highereddive.com/news/OCR-title-ix-complaints-top-others-2022/649116/
WebAIM report: https://webaim.org/projects/million/
Guest Name: Eugene Woo, CEO at Venngage
Guest Social: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/yjwoo
Guest Bio: Eugene is an engineer and visual storytelling enthusiast. He founded Venngage to address the challenges many face in design. His platform empowers users — regardless of experience — to transform ideas into engaging, accessibility-compliant visuals. With Venngage, Eugene aims to make visual communication more accessible and impactful for everyone.
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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/
Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/
About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast 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! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register
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Enrollment Trends & Trust in Higher Ed Reporting
Welcome to 2025! In this first recorded episode of the new year, Timothy and Jamie dive into higher education's unexpected comeback. They discuss the corrected National Student Clearinghouse report revealing undergrad enrollment is up and costs are down. From dual enrollment misclassifications to the importance of transparency in data reporting, they explore lessons for data professionals. Plus, hear their take on the optimism buzzing in higher ed and what it means for the industry moving forward. Don't miss this insightful start to the new year!
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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/
Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/
About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast 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! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register
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