450 | Nicholas Dirks: The Uses and Abuses of the University - Where Does Higher Ed Go from Here?
The Realignment
The Transformation of Higher Education
This chapter explores the evolution of higher education and the concerns and criticisms surrounding universities today. It discusses the role of Clark Kerr in expanding and improving the university system, as well as his concerns about the future. The chapter delves into topics such as funding crises, the growth of administrators, and the disconnect between student and faculty numbers.
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