
Ed on the Edge Ep 45 · Dr. Michael Crow | President of Arizona State University
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May 13, 2025 Michael Crow, President of Arizona State University, shares insights on transforming higher education. He discusses ASU's rise in graduation rates and its inclusive model that champions diversity and innovation. Crow highlights the role of college sports in developing life skills and the impact of technology, including AI and virtual reality, on personalized learning. He emphasizes the balance needed between tech advancements and human insight, expressing optimism about technology fostering collaboration and a new era of educational abundance.
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Embrace Fast Failure and Outcomes
- Innovate quickly and accept failures early to adapt fast.
- Prioritize outcomes; discard what does not produce better graduation or research results.
Academic Research Fuels Innovation
- Foundational academic research underpins technologies like the iPhone and vaccines.
- Sustaining U.S. leadership means continuing major investments in university-driven research.
College Sports and Culture
- Collegiate sports embody U.S. culture, teaching competition, grit, and leadership.
- Competitive sports at research universities link social spirit and national pride.






