Reimagining College Through Customized Learning | Shannon Johnston

Reimagining College Through Customized Learning | Shannon Johnston

Author: Classic Learning Test November 20, 2025 Duration: 27:21
On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Shannon Johnston, Assistant Professor of Art and Director of the Pathmaker program at Newman University. They discuss how Pathmaker is reimagining higher education by offering students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree in just three years through an innovative, project-based learning model that emphasizes mentorship and individualized learning experiences. They also reflect on the growing influence of AI in both art and education, whi...

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