1861: The North Central College Podcast
1861: The North Central College Podcast
Podcast Description
With countless great stories across the North Central College campus and the wider Cardinal community, we’ve created a new way to share them.
Welcome to 1861, the North Central College Podcast.
Join us on this journey. Let’s see where it leads. A liberal arts education is about examining diverse perspectives, asking questions, and engaging in dialogue, so we’ll aim to have conversations that will get you thinking — and maybe inspire and challenge you. And even smile or laugh.
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The podcast focuses on personal narratives, educational experiences, and community achievements, featuring episodes that highlight the journeys of students, alumni, and faculty. Examples include deep dives into coaching legacies in sports with guests like Al Carius and Frank Gramarosso, and discussions of academic pursuits and personal growth with students like Olivia Rosenberg, who shares her transformative college experience.

With countless great stories across the North Central College campus and the wider Cardinal community, we’ve created a new way to share them.
Welcome to 1861, the North Central College Podcast.
Join us on this journey. Let’s see where it leads. A liberal arts education is about examining diverse perspectives, asking questions, and engaging in dialogue, so we’ll aim to have conversations that will get you thinking — and maybe inspire and challenge you. And even smile or laugh.
Dr. David Green, Paleka-Thomson Dean of the School of Business and Entrepreneurship, joins the podcast following a landmark moment for the College: earning AACSB accreditation, widely considered the gold standard in business education.
Green reflects on his journey from rural Kentucky to higher education leadership, his passion for teaching and mentorship, and the evolving intersection of business and technology. He also shares how North Central’s business programs prepare students for success through experiential learning, industry partnerships and a commitment to continuous innovation.
Listen along as Green discusses the significance of AACSB accreditation for current students, alumni and future Cardinals — and why he believes North Central is uniquely positioned to shape the next generation of business leaders.

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