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Ep. 20: Fear, Tribalism, and Chaos; Reflections on Higher Ed Social Media 2023-2024

Fear, Tribalism, and Chaos; Reflections on Higher Ed Social Media 2023-2024

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About the Episode

About the Episode:

Jenny talks with Matt Griffin from the University of Pennsylvania and Melissa Lesica from Harvard University about the tumultuous and challenging landscape of higher education social media over the past academic year. They explore the impact of significant global events, bot attacks, and the increasing vitriol directed at higher ed institutions. They also delve into how their teams managed these crises and the lessons learned to prepare for future challenges.

About the Show: Confessions of a Higher Ed Social Media Manager covers the do's, don'ts, and dynamics of the complex and challenging social media ecosystem. We analyze the successes and failures of those in the higher education social space — what went right, what went wrong, and what are the lessons learned. We’ll share actionable steps so you can push past the pitfalls others have faced. No matter if you're on a team of 20 or a team of one, we've got you covered. Confessions of a Higher Ed Social Media Manager is hosted by Jenny Li Fowler and is a proud member of the Enrollify Podcast Network.

Connect With Our Host:

Jenny Li Fowler

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylifowler/

https://twitter.com/TheJennyLi

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:

Confessions of a Higher Ed Social Media Manager is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows, too!  

Some of our favorites include Higher Ed Pulse and Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO.

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.

People in this episode

Host

Jenny Li Fowler is the Director of Social Media Strategy at MIT, author, and the host of Confessions of a Higher Ed Social Media Manager.

Interviewee

Matt Griffin

Matt Griffin is Director, New Media Communications, in the Office of University Communications at the University of Pennsylvania.

Melissa Lesica

Melissa Lesica is the Senior Director of Content Strategy at Harvard University. She manages a team that produces, manages and measures Harvard’s flagship digital properties.

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