Reimagining the Purpose and Practice of Higher Education: A Conversation with Dr. Richard Miller

In this episode, we bring you a conversation that bridges the past, present, and future of educational innovation. Our guest is ⁠Dr. Richard Miller⁠, whose journey from a rural farm in Tranquility, California, to the forefront of engineering education embodies a profound transformation not just in his life but in the very fabric of how we think about teaching and learning.
As the founding president and first employee of Olin College of Engineering, Dr. Miller has been at the helm of revolutionizing engineering education, challenging conventional educational models while also redefining them by focusing on creativity, real-world problem-solving, and most importantly, the well-being, resilience, and lifelong purpose of students.
In this episode, we get an insider’s look at how Dr. Miller navigates the complexities of innovation in education. Through his narrative, we explore how his unique perspective on overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities has catalyzed a transformative approach to teaching and learning. His journey provides valuable insights into how educational institutions can evolve to not just prepare students for the workforce but to empower them to lead meaningful, purpose-driven lives.
Stay tuned as we delve into Dr. Miller's compelling story, from his formative years on a dairy farm, through his groundbreaking leadership roles, to his current advocacy with the ⁠Coalition for Transformational Education⁠. This conversation is an exploration of how innovation works in education, told through the lens of one of its most ardent champions.