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July 10, 2025 23 mins

In this episode, Interim President Matt Schroeder and media host Kristi K. Hoffman, talk with Dr. Melissa Gregory, Dean of the new Judith Herb College of Arts, Social Sciences and Education, which became official July 1 following approval of the Board of Trustees earlier this year. Together they discuss the momentum at the University as it prepares for a leadership transition. They cover the addition of new degree programs, the opening of a new pedestrian bridge, and recent college mergers aimed at enhancing student success and research capabilities. Dean Gregory highlights the benefits and opportunities arising from the merger of the former College of Arts and Letters with the Judith Herb College of Education. The discussion underscores the commitment to meeting student and employer needs, leveraging resources for research, and maintaining flexibility in a rapidly changing educational and workforce landscape.

00:00 Welcome to Powering UToledo

00:22 Summer Updates and New Programs

01:43 Campus Safety and Infrastructure

02:49 Leadership Changes and Strategic Initiatives

03:13 Enrollment and Retention Trends

04:36 College Mergers and Their Impact

06:02 Introducing Dean Melissa Gregory

06:42 Benefits of the College Merger

09:53 The Importance of Humanities

11:28 Adapting to Student Needs

15:16 Research and Collaboration Opportunities

18:47 Building Consensus and Overcoming Challenges

22:22 Conclusion and Future Outlook

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