Explore a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring leaders from UC Berkeley, Yale, and Franklin & Marshall as they address the declining public trust in higher education. Delve into the challenges faced by institutions, including perceptions of elitism, concerns about liberal bias, and debates over the necessity of higher learning. Examine strategies for promoting liberal education, measuring educational outcomes, and balancing global aspirations with local obligations. Gain insights on topics such as communicating the value of basic research, managing public and private funding, attracting international students, and expanding enrollment capacity. Consider the impact of populism, skepticism, and the changing world of work on higher education. Learn about initiatives like the American Talent Initiative and efforts to improve college completion rates. This 52-minute discussion from The Aspen Institute offers a comprehensive look at the complex issues shaping the future of higher education in America.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
How can universities communicate basic research
Research writ large
Public support for basic research
Public funding for research
Private funding for research
Risky research
Highrisk highreward research
Global universities
Local obligations
Globalization and fragmentation
Soft power abroad
Global campus
Financial crosssubsidization
Attracting international students
Financial aid
Berkeley
Lack of Trust
Managing Institutions of Higher Education
populism and skepticism
expanding public universities
expanding enrollment capacity
building stronger bridges
the Aspen Institute
the uncertainty of the world of work
the college premium
low completion rates
college completion programs
college prep curriculum
TIAA
Liberal Arts Aspiration
Informal PhD
College Counselor
Community College
Advocacy
American Talent Initiative
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
