Karin Wulf

Karin Wulf, a historian and director of the John Carter Brown Library, and Kevin McLaughlin, a literary scholar and director of the John Nicholas Brown Center, lead the 'Brown 2026' initiative celebrating the U.S. 250th anniversary. They discuss the essential role of universities in democracy and public good, stressing public support for education. The conversation dives into challenges like funding and privatization, while reflecting on historical movements that expanded access to higher education. Their insights emphasize how universities can drive societal innovation.