February 12th, 2026
Thought Leadership

How a Startup Mindset Inspires Innovation in Higher Education

In this conversation with Higher Education Digest, Vice President and Associate Provost of the Institute for Excellence in Teaching & Learning and BU Virtual Wendy Colby shares her perspectives on the evolving landscape of higher education and the leadership principles that drive her work.

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January 6th, 2026
Thought Leadership

Academic Innovation Q&A

In this Inside Higher Ed article, Vice President and Associate Provost of the Institute for Excellence in Teaching & Learning and BU Virtual Wendy Colby discusses the role of academic innovation centers for teaching and learning (CTLs) within the university ecosystem.

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