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Jake Weissbourd

Jake Weissbourd

Higher Education Innovator

Mexico City, Mexico
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Joined January 2025
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Summary

Jake Weissbourd is a dedicated higher education innovator and strategist, actively working to reform and modernize post-secondary learning. He holds leadership roles at Outsmart and Elmhouse Learning, and co-founded Future of Higher Ed, a community focused on driving innovation in the sector. His work includes consulting on strategy for organizations like Verto Education and advocating for greater access and equity in colleges. zoominfo+6
He is an advocate for the expanded use of online and hybrid learning models to enhance accessibility and affordability in higher education. This perspective is evident in his co-authored articles, where he argues for continuing pandemic-era innovations to better serve a diverse student population, including those with family obligations or seeking career-aligned experiences. naicu+3
Jake has a strong academic background with an M.Ed. from Harvard University Graduate School of Education, specializing in Education Entrepreneurship, Higher Education Innovation, and Global Education. He also completed the altMBA40 Cohort and holds a BA in Sociology from Tulane University, demonstrating a blend of academic rigor and practical innovation in his field. zoominfo+2

Work

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Writing

Why it’s time to reinvent selective colleges — and how to do it

January 1, 2023

Co-authored an article discussing how selective colleges, despite making significant changes during the pandemic, have largely reverted to old practices and should instead embrace innovations to expand access and diversify enrollment. The article highlights the potential of online and hybrid learning models to make higher education more affordable and accessible.

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Why we need a Modern Campus

An article exploring the evolving landscape of online learning and its role in modern higher education, questioning whether it will replace traditional college or grad school.

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