A Seminar That Glows
The combination of rigorous work in STEM subjects with the rich context of a broader liberal arts education develops students’ ability to see complex issues from a variety of disciplinary perspectives.
Why I Maintain Hope
If we collectively commit to live lives with a generosity of spirit and a commitment to justice, the obstacles ahead will fall.
Free Speech is Not a Zero-Sum Game
We do not have to choose between the right to have a voice and the right to belong in society, and any narrative that suggests that we do lacks imagination, courage or both.
No, Things Must Not Stay the Same
Liberal arts education is rooted in preparation for citizenship; in the 21st century, we should aim toward a vision of inclusive citizenship, where everyone in the community shares equal rights to and responsibility for ensuring civility, respect for difference and a sense of belonging.
Why Whiteness?
Rigorous examination of one’s place in the universe, working to gain new insight and understanding, are precisely the types of activities that should happen at a college.