176. Empowering Equity and Employability with Dr. Nivine Megahed

Education Evolution

English - August 22, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MB
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It’s time for schools and universities to serve all learners, especially in an equitable and accessible environment.

National Louis University, under the visionary leadership of Dr. Nivine Megahed, is reshaping education and lives to meet this ever-present need. Their commitment to equity, employability, and social transformation stands as a beacon in the evolving educational landscape.

NLU's focus extends beyond degrees, emphasizing continuous learning, skills, and economic stability. By addressing challenges faced by marginalized students, NLU exemplifies a commitment to inclusivity and success for all.

In an era where education is redefined, NLU's model reminds us of the power of personalized support and empowerment. As we celebrate NLU's recognition for social mobility, their journey exemplifies that education isn't just about degrees; it's about tangible impact and transformation.

Listen in to hear more of this very timely and necessary conversation.

About Dr. Nivine Megahed:

Dr. Megahed has worked in higher education for over 35 years. As an educational entrepreneur, her passion is building innovative student centered organizations focused on student success and empowering our most marginalized populations to achieve social and economic mobility through education.

Jump in the Conversation:

[1:40] - Nivine’s story of school transformation

[3:02] - National Louis University and the needs it addresses

[5:19] - Building programs with best practices and data

[7:33] - Helping students find jobs

[10:04] - Creating a career bridge for students and taking responsibility

[12:14] - From internship to post graduate jobs

[15:39] - Educational equity in a university

[20:37] - How NLU compares to prestigious, pricy universities

[23:20] - Meeting the mission of public good

[25:40] - Turbo Time

[33:25] - Nivine’s Magic Wand