The Application with Allison Turcio

Ep. 85: From “Apply Now” to “I Belong Here”: Personalization That Wins Students

Episode Summary

What if your university’s marketing felt as irresistible as a Spotify playlist? That’s exactly what Lauran Hundshamer, VP of Enrollment and Marketing at St. Catherine University, is building. Instead of relying on tired “apply now” email blasts, her team is delivering personalized portals, layered communications, and behavior-driven outreach that moves students to act. The payoff is clear: campus visits are soaring, engagement is climbing, and enrollment is growing across every program. Tune in to discover the playbook for making personalization a reality on your campus.

Episode Notes

What if your university’s marketing felt as irresistible as a Spotify playlist? That’s exactly what Lauran Hundshamer, VP of Enrollment and Marketing at St. Catherine University, is building. Instead of relying on tired “apply now” email blasts, her team is delivering personalized portals, layered communications, and behavior-driven outreach that moves students to act. The payoff is clear: campus visits are soaring, engagement is climbing, and enrollment is growing across every program. Tune in to discover the playbook for making personalization a reality on your campus.

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