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Julia Philyaw interviews Ryan Schmiesing about the University of Minnesota's strategic review for long-term sustainability.

EAB's Julia Philyaw sits down with Ryan Schmiesing, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives at the University of Minnesota, to explore how the university conducted a comprehensive strategic review designed to strengthen the institution's long-term sustainability. Ryan shares how his team assessed organizational strengths, vulnerabilities, and opportunities across a complex, multi-campus system while building support among campus leaders and other key stakeholders. The two also offer practical advice for higher education leaders on how to turn strategic planning into meaningful action.

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