With close to 20 years of experience in education and media, Donna is a versatile and passionate professional who strives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in both fields. She is currently the Interim Assistant Director of Extended Day and Summer Learning at The Children’s School, where she oversees the development and implementation of innovative and engaging programs for students and families. Donna is also a talented On Air Personality at Urban One, where she hosts a weekend radio show that features classic hits and soulful vibes. She is skilled in Adobe Audition, event management, team building, and social networking. Additionally, she is the host of the CBO Speaks podcast at NACUBO, where she interviews chief business officers from colleges and universities across the country. Donna also runs a podcast and foundation called H.E.Y. Girl!, which empowers girls of all ages to be healthy, educated, and youthful. Through her podcast and foundation, Donna aims to inspire and support girls to pursue their dreams and overcome their challenges.
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Sara Thorndike as she talks about the importance of diversity, equity, & inclusion; the importance of trust in relationship building; and the power of mentorship.
Join us for a conversation with Randy Livingston as he talks about the challenges of learning to be collegial when coming from the private industry sector, as well as why he values personal interaction so highly.
Join us for a conversation with Christina Dalton as she talks about being a young chief financial officer & the importance of diversity in key roles in higher education.
Join us for a conversation with Shahrooz Roohparvar as he talks about building strong student experiences that are memorable & safe, and the importance of finding new paths to revenue.
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Janet Wormack, the Vice President for Administration and Finance at Salisbury University in Salisbury, Maryland, as she talks about advocating for higher education for all and why it’s important to have an educated society.
As we kick off Season 8, our host Megan Strand bids us adieu as she heads off to start a new career. Here, she introduces us to Donna Schiele, our new host of the show.