Keynotes and workshops that cut through the hype to reimagine college.
NOW BOOKING FOR Summer/Fall 2026
Are you ready to explore a groundbreaking vision for education and the workforce?
Kathleen is available for speaking engagements to help your community consider these issues. Discussion guides will be available for five stakeholder groups: Employers, colleges, high schools, families and ecosystem players, such as policymakers, non-profits and alternative learning providers. Get in touch!
Keynotes, Workshops, and Webinars
Kathleen deLaski offers dynamic speaking engagements tailored for educators, employers, and students alike. Her presentations delve into:
Designing College for the Midcentury: Discover Kathleen’s ten design principles that merge workforce training, corporate education, and college experiences into a flexible, inclusive system for today’s learners.
The Changing Landscape of Work: Understand how Ai is reshaping the conversations about both the value of the degree and what it means for students to be future-ready.
Beyond Degrees: Learn why a staggering 62% of adults are shut out of a four year degree experience and how colleges can shift to a more multi-pathway mission.
A Blueprint for Success
In her research-driven approach, Kathleen draws on insights from educators, employers, and students to paint a vivid picture of a future where success is achievable without a four-year degree. Her book provides a comprehensive exploration of nontraditional educational pathways and their potential to empower the “New-Majority Learners”—individuals who have been underserved by conventional higher education.
Learning Outcomes
Kathleen’s engaging style and thought-provoking content inspire audiences to rethink the value of education in today’s economy. Participants will leave equipped with actionable strategies to support students in navigating their paths to success, regardless of their educational background.
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Explore how Kathleen can inspire your audience and spark meaningful discussions about the future of education and employment. Contact us to book her for your next event!
Book discussion guides
As I wrote this book, I was amazed at how just sharing the title, Who Needs College Anymore?, sparked a discussion wherever I went. There are so many perspectives, stories, victories, failures, worries, suggestions, and debates. I decided it might be helpful to recommend discussion guides for some of the key stakeholders, as well as families, who want to extend the conversation into their communities as we try to clarify the role of college or redefine it.