Entrepreneurship | How ASU London designs interdisciplinary, industry-connected education

About this episode

The episode discusses the design of interdisciplinary, industry-connected education with insights from Judy Raper on innovative university models.

In this episode, Todd Davey, A/Prof. of Entrepreneurship at IMT-BS and Associate Partner at UIIN, speaks with Judy Raper, former CEO and Dean of ASU London, about what it really takes to design interdisciplinary, industry-connected education from the ground up. Drawing on her experience launching a brand-new university model, Judy reflects on how project-based learning, curiosity-driven education, and real-world challenges can reshape how engineers, and universities, are formed. From banning traditional lectures and embracing “just-in-time” learning, to navigating accreditation constraints, this conversation offers honest insights for anyone questioning whether today’s university models are fit for the future.

People in this episode

Host: Todd Davey

Guest: Judy Raper

Topics covered

• interdisciplinary education
• industry-connected education
• project-based learning
• curiosity-driven education
• university models
• accreditation
• real-world challenges

Keywords

• entrepreneurship
• education
• ASU London
• project-based learning
• university models
• industry connection
• accreditation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ASU London, IMT-BS, UIIN

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