Interview with Inside Higher Ed: Is College Worth It?

One of my favorite historical figures, Teddy Roosevelt, famously spoke about “the man in the arena” and how while it’s easy to criticize others, it takes courage to be the one facing challenges head-on. 

I’ve thought about that speech a lot as higher education continues to come under intense scrutiny. I strongly believe in staunchly defending the role of universities as engines of public good that bring enormous value to their communities and the nation. But I also believe in self-reflection and admitting our faults. I share more about this with Inside Higher Ed in this article.