Stay Tuned with Preet A University President Speaks Out (with Michael Roth)
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May 1, 2025 
Michael Roth, President of Wesleyan University since 2007 and a leading voice in higher education debates, dives deep into the challenges universities face amid political attacks. He discusses the ideological biases in academia and the pressing need for diverse perspectives. Roth also explores how university leaders can maintain neutrality while engaging with controversial issues. Plus, he reflects on elitism in admissions and the importance of fostering democratic values in education. It's a thought-provoking conversation on the future of academia.
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Elitism in College Admissions
- College elitism fosters condescension by valuing selectivity and exclusivity. - Expanding educational access benefits society more than prioritizing exclusivity.
Increasing Access Through Outreach
- Expand college access by offering credit-bearing courses in high-poverty high schools. - This approach reveals talent among underserved students and provides free college opportunities.
Understanding Academic Bias
- Academia's left-leaning tilt partly arises from young people's idealism and hiring biases.