By: The Posts Author | Posted on: 29 Mar 25
In an era of planetary crisis and a time when universities are increasingly under attack, an underlying question that has gradually moved to the center of attention is this: what is the role of universities in society, and what should their role be going forward?Historically, universities have been central to fostering social mobility. More recently, and disturbingly, we have seen them become vehicles for reinforcing privilege and inequality. In the face of these ecological and economic challenges, what should future universities look like? What do societies need universities for?This article explores that question from a historical point of view, looking both
In an era of planetary crisis and a time when universities are increasingly under attack, an underlying question that has gradually moved to the center of attention is this: what is the role of universities in society, and what should their role be going forward?Historically, universities have been central to fostering social mobility. More recently, and disturbingly, we have seen them