J. Kim McNutt writes: Though Continuing or Extended Education is still viewed with suspicion by some faculties as the “personal interest” division of a university, CE offers many opportunities for their academic counterparts—including, in some cases, chances to make up budgetary shortfalls and offer industry-relevant programming. In this interview, Kim McNutt discusses the evolving role of Extended Education, and points to how CE units can bridge the gap between employers and educators by fostering innovation.