Dr. Kristi Kirk on Why College Should Be Accessible to Everyone

Dr. Kristi Kirk believes higher education should be accessible to everyone. As a first-generation college graduate, she has dedicated her career to helping students succeed, a mission that led her to become President and CEO of Concordia University Texas.

In this episode of the Changing Austin podcast, powered by Amplify Credit Union, Dr. Kirk discusses how Concordia University Texas has evolved to meet the needs of Central Texas students and employers. A leader in adult education and online learning, the university continues to expand flexible programs that serve working professionals, part-time learners and traditional students.

The conversation explores Concordia's student-centered approach to supporting first-generation college students and learners from diverse backgrounds. Dr. Kirk also shares how the university's Northwest Austin campus, home to a 250-acre nature preserve, creates a unique environment that helps students learn, grow and thrive.

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