From Deficits to Dream Economy: Leading Edward Waters University
About this episode
Dr. Zachary Faison discusses his 'Dream Economy' model and its impact on HBCUs and small private colleges.
Dr. Zachary Faison, president of Edward Waters University, joins Karen Weaver to unpack his "Dream Economy" model—a mission-aligned alternative to the Power Four athletics framework. They explore how presidential leadership, financial discipline, and strategic athletics investment drive enrollment and retention at HBCUs and small private colleges, turning championship seasons and national TV exposure into surging applications, new revenue, and expanded academic programs. #DreamEconomy #HBCU #EducationTransformation #StudentSuccess #HigherEd
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