Delbanco balances nostalgia and realism: he honors college’s role in
shaping identities but condemns its commercialization. He writes
movingly about students ……展开↓
Grawe uses demographic data to predict a “enrollment cliff”—fewer U.S.
students will attend college soon. He advises universities to adapt
(e.g., recruiting ……展开↓
Gasman celebrates HBCUs as pillars of Black education, tracing their
roots from slavery to today. She highlights their role in producing
leaders and fostering……展开↓
The authors debunk myths (e.g., “greedy admins”) and explain rising
tuition: faculty salaries, technology costs, and state funding cuts.
They avoid blame, ……展开↓
hooks, a renowned educator, argues U.S. colleges have lost their
way—prioritizing grades over critical thinking. She calls for “engaged
pedagogy,” where ……展开↓
This book examines whether U.S. higher education still serves as a
ladder for social mobility. It presents data on graduation rates,
employment outcomes, and……展开↓
Bringing together international scholars’ insights, this book compares
U.S. higher education with global models, highlighting strengths
(flexibility, ……展开↓