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503. What Is the Future of College — and Does It Have Room for Men?

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Shifting Dynamics in Higher Education

This chapter examines the challenges faced by institutions like the Lewis College of Business amidst declining enrollment and funding, and the significant role they play for Black students. It highlights the changing gender demographics in U.S. colleges, where women now make up nearly 60% of the student body, while discussing the implications this shift has on male enrollment and future workforce participation.

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