Brendan Cantwell
Professor and researcher at Michigan State University specializing in higher education policy and governance, returning guest analyzing the Trump administration's actions toward universities.
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Feb 22, 2022 • 48min
Ep 71: Injecting Social Mobility Into the Carnegie Classifications
Tim Knowles leads the Carnegie Foundation, focusing on modernizing classifications for colleges, while Ted Mitchell heads the ACE, advocating for equity. They discuss the urgent need to prioritize social mobility and racial equity in higher education rankings. Brendan Cantwell introduces a critical view on social mobility rankings, warning of unintended consequences and questioning the methodology behind attributing success to colleges. The conversation delves into governance and the importance of avoiding prestige-chasing in rankings.
Jun 5, 2025 • 29min
Cut, Coerce, Control: What Trump Is Doing to U.S. Universities
Brendan Cantwell, a higher education policy expert from Michigan State University, returns to dissect the Trump administration's aggressive actions against universities. He highlights the significant cuts to funding from essential agencies and the deportation threats facing international students. The discussion unveils the administration's coercive tactics aimed at ensuring compliance from universities, particularly through Project 2025's strategies. Brendan also reflects on the slow response from university leaders and the broader implications for the future of higher education in America.
