Adult learners are increasingly returning to university education, with some estimates suggesting that there are over 3 million undergraduate adult learners in the U.S. Engaging with these working professionals and motivating them to enroll requires innovative strategies and tactics. William Paterson University of New Jersey has developed a unique approach that has already yielded significant success. Joining us for this episode to discuss this is Dr. George Kacenga, Vice President for Enrollment Management at WP.
Adult learners are increasingly returning to university education, with some estimates suggesting that there are over 3 million undergraduate adult learners in the U.S. Engaging with these working professionals and motivating them to enroll requires innovative strategies and tactics. William Paterson University of New Jersey has developed a unique approach that has already yielded significant success. Joining us for this episode to discuss this is Dr. George Kacenga, Vice President for Enrollment Management at WP.
Guest Name: Dr. George Kacenga, Vice President for Enrollment Management at William Paterson University
Guest Bio: George F. Kacenga, Ph.D., has championed the value of higher education for over twenty-years. He is currently the Vice President for Enrollment Management at William Paterson University. Kacenga has also served as a Senior International Officer (SIO) in a career that includes positions with public, private, and highly ranked academic institutions. His strengths include executive leadership, domestic and international enrollment management, and return-on-investment analysis. Also a Fulbright Administrator Award recipient, Kacenga holds a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction, and a PhD from the University of Pittsburgh in Social and Comparative Analysis in Education. His expertise and reputation have been further honed through regular publishing and engagement as a community member, including professional roles and participation in AIRC (Past-President), NAFSA (Current IEM KC Chair), TAICEP, NACAC, AACRAO, AIEA, and FEA.