Oct 16, 20261h 3mS7
On today’s episode, we’re tackling the buzzword: Holistic Advising! What does it actually mean in secondary education, and how can we move beyond the buzzword to put it into practice? Listen as we break down holistic...
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Cap & Gown
Hosted by Pharos Resources · education · EN
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Enjoy this engaging podcast for higher education with hosts Rachel Phillips-Buck and Matt Boisvert as they discuss topics surrounding student engagement, success, and retention. Brought to you by Pharos Resources.
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What is Cap & Gown about?
Enjoy this engaging podcast for higher education with hosts Rachel Phillips-Buck and Matt Boisvert as they discuss topics surrounding student engagement, success, and retention. Brought to you by Pharos Resources.
Who hosts Cap & Gown?
Cap & Gown is hosted by Pharos Resources. The show has published 159 episodes to date.
What has Cap & Gown covered recently?
Recent episodes include "State of the Union + Buzzword! Holistic Advising | Cap & Gown: Season 7 Episode 3" (16 October 2026, 63 minutes), "Buzzword! Holistic Advising | Cap & Gown: Season 7 Episode 3" (16 October 2026, 46 minutes), and "Teapioca Lounge | Side By Side with Steve Episode 32" (1 October 2026, 22 minutes).
How often does Cap & Gown publish?
Cap & Gown publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 51 minutes across 159 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Cap & Gown?
Booking probability for Cap & Gown is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Cap & Gown requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Cap & Gown's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for Cap & Gown are Universities & Colleges. Cap & Gown has an education audience.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 16, 202646 minS7
On today’s episode, we’re tackling the buzzword: Holistic Advising! What does it actually mean in secondary education, and how can we move beyond the buzzword to put it into practice? Listen as we break down holistic...
- Oct 1, 202622 min
Today I am joined by Beth Stone, owner of Teapioca Lounge in Abilene! Sit down with us as we talk about the process of starting a franchise and the challenges that come with it.
- Sep 10, 202649 minS7
Join us today as we meet with Dr. Debbie D'Anna, VP of Student Engagement and Campus Life, to talk about how Brevard College manages student success on campus!
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Cap & Gown: Season 7 | Episode 2: State of the Union + Dr. Debbie D'anna, VP Student Engagement
Sep 10, 20261h 5mS7Join us today as we meet with Dr. Debbie D'Anna, VP of Student Engagement and Campus Life, to talk about how Brevard College manages student success on campus!
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- Sep 4, 20261h 3m
Welcome back to the newest season of Cap & Gown! In this episode, we catch up on the state of the union from this summer! 1. Inside Higher Ed: Trends in Higher Education Student Success for 20262. Nixon Peabody...
- May 14, 20261 hour
In this recap, we look back on previous episodes to reflect on the overarching story across the spring semester. From unseen work and relational retention to accompaniment, illuminators, and systems change, this season...
- May 14, 202638 min
In this recap, we look back on previous episodes to reflect on the overarching story across the spring semester. From unseen work and relational retention to accompaniment, illuminators, and systems change, this season...
- Apr 23, 202646 min
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Dave Rozeboom to explore what it really takes to create better student experiences in higher education. From the disconnect between Student and Academic Affairs, to the growing...
Cap & Gown
Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 14: Better Student Experiences w/ Dr. Rozeboom + State of the Union
Apr 23, 20261h 9mIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Dave Rozeboom to explore what it really takes to create better student experiences in higher education. From the disconnect between Student and Academic Affairs, to the growing...
- Mar 26, 202638 min
In this episode, we interviewed Tori Kneeland about her work with relational retention. Tori shares her personal college journey and how it shaped her work with at-risk students. She also addresses the ongoing challenge...
Cap & Gown
Cap & Gown: Season 6 | Episode 13: State of the Union + Relational Retention with Tori Kneeland
Mar 26, 20261h 2mIn this episode, we interviewed Tori Kneeland about her work with relational retention. Tori shares her personal college journey and how it shaped her work with at-risk students. She also addresses the ongoing challenge...
- Mar 19, 202644 min
Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is be there for our students. In this episode, we explore presence, not as something passive, but as a disciplined, other-centered way of being with students. It’s not about...
- Mar 19, 20261h 6m
Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is be there for our students. In this episode, we explore presence, not as something passive, but as a disciplined, other-centered way of being with students. It’s not about...
- Feb 26, 20261h 4m
In this episode of Cap & Gown, we explore the power of becoming an Illuminator. Inspired by ideas from "How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen," we examine how shifting from a...
- Feb 26, 202651 min
In this episode of Cap & Gown, we explore the power of becoming an Illuminator. Inspired by ideas from "How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen," we examine how shifting from a...
- Feb 19, 202648 minS6
In this episode, we explore "diminisher" tendencies within higher education and how they block authentic mentorship and belonging. Through practical insight and reflection, we can become illuminators for students...
- Feb 19, 202635 minS6
In this episode, we explore "diminisher" tendencies within higher education and how they block authentic mentorship and belonging. Through practical insight and reflection, we can become illuminators for students...
- Jan 15, 20261h 3m
As society leans further into efficiency and automation, such as AI, it is important to recognize the one skill that AI cannot create: person-to-person connections. The theme for this year explores how to create...
- Jan 15, 202635 min
As society leans further into efficiency and automation, such as AI, it is important to recognize the one skill that AI cannot create: person-to-person connections. The theme for this year explores how to create...
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Michael Burns
Dean of Students and Director of Residence Life & Housing, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
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Tim Fuller
art director, Plantsman's Preference
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Beth Stone
Teapioca Lounge
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Megan
University of Pikeville
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