In this episode, hear one man’s mission to change the standard measurement for college readiness, as well as one woman’s professional triumph, and why the beer goggles effect may have it all wrong.

08 - There's more to students and student success, than grades

Nov 1st, 2016 42m 37s

If you take away athletic trophies and the honor roll, are there other ways to define a successful student? You bet there are, and here’s why it’s time to break away from the usual measures. Also, hear about a college course that takes experien

07 - Getting more minorities into college, and the link between what you study vs what you can earn

Oct 4th, 2016 41m 34s

In this episode, we hear from a man once recognized by TIME magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Dr. Freeman Hrabowski shares his view on getting more minorities into college. Also, a story of a boy who had to bus ov

06 - Get inspired for back to school, college perks, and changing the face of college admissions

Sep 6th, 2016 32m 19s

In this episode, get inspired by motivational speaker Arel Moodie, plus hear what lengths colleges go to, to win over students. If you’ve ever wondered if our business leaders could have a more solid moral standing when making all those big dec

05 - Timely text messages, the economics of love and lust, and the quest for diversity on campus

Aug 2nd, 2016 33m 34s

In this episode, we hear how well-timed text messages may be the key to preserving college-bound intentions. And why there is still work ahead for true diversity on campus. Plus, the surprising link between volunteering in your community and le

Episode 4: Making college possible, the role of emotions in learning, and Kanye West vs everybody

Jun 7th, 2016 35m 1s

In this episode, we hear how emotions influence learning, and why there’s a college course centered around Kanye West. Plus - one man’s hardship is another man’s inspiration. Here how one man is making college possible for those who never thou

Episode 3: Role-playing in the classroom, difficult transitions, and nervous teachers

May 2nd, 2016 32m 32s

In this episode: what it means to be truly prepared for college. Many students struggle with the transition out of high school, but the reasons why not be what you think.Also, once in college - should students be doing more to ready themselves

Episode 2: Personal questions on college applications, thinking critically, and a zombie apocalypse

Apr 4th, 2016 29m 43s

In today’s episode of Upgraded by Hobsons, we ask questions about what belongs on a college admissions form and what does not. Also, it has never been more critical than now, to be a critical thinker. But how, exactly, do we do it? And how do w

Episode 1: First Class

Mar 1st, 2016 28m 58s

In this inaugural episode of Upgraded by Hobsons, we explore a whole new take on higher ed. Imagine a university without lectures, without traditional classrooms, without walls... Plus, we take a trip to Texas to a school that unlocks a meani

Listen to a preview of Upgraded: Launching March 1

Feb 19th, 2016 1m 6s

Coming soon... A podcast that connects learning to life. Upgraded is a brand new podcast by Hobsons that will feature a wide range of stories related to education. This monthly series launches March 1, 2016. Subscribe now.

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