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In this episode of TRANSFORMED, Joe sits down with Dr. Andrea Talentino, President of Augustana College, to explore how she is leading a bold, community-driven approach to strategic planning. With deep roots in teaching, coaching, and student development, Dr. Talentino brings a unique blend of vision and practicality to her leadership.

Listeners will gain insight into how Augustana is embracing creativity, shared governance, and agility to shape a strategic plan grounded in mission and focused on student outcomes. From informal listening sessions and living-room salons to design teams and evolving metrics, Dr. Talentino shares an honest, inspiring view of what it takes to align an entire campus around meaningful transformation.

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Andrea Talentino

Augustana College

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