Universities must proactively prepare for external pressures, especially in light of recent events at Columbia University and other institutions. Reflecting on past conflicts, such as the challenges faced at the University of Virginia, it's crucial for university leaders and academics to recognize the importance of having a unified stance and gathering support from broader alumni networks. A key strategy involves waiting for a 'prompting event' that may ignite necessary defense actions while maintaining a welcoming environment for diverse viewpoints. Ultimately, academic institutions must defend their integrity to survive challenging circumstances.
Don't start the fight. Have a prompting event-even if you invite it merely by doing your job.
Being the aggrieved party from the start helps. A lot.
#university-administration #academic-integrity #external-pressures #higher-education #leadership-challenges
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