Rethinking Higher Education: Access and Equity

This chapter critically examines the changing role of universities in America, focusing on admissions practices and the challenges faced by students from lower-income backgrounds. It discusses the impact of technology and the pandemic on accessibility to education, advocating for a re-evaluation of academic priorities to support 'unremarkable' students. The conversation highlights systemic issues within higher education, including financial burdens and the prioritization of prestige over inclusivity.