To be sure, American higher education is a diverse ecosystem, comprising institutions of all sizes, price tags, and mission statements.

So if a college education is indispensable, the challenge as I see it is how to make it more accessible.

A truly great university is a nucleus of artistic expression. It fosters creative, critical thought, and serves as a platform for civil discourse.

To be sure, American higher education is a diverse ecosystem, comprising institutions of all sizes, price tags, and mission statements.

When the fabric of the universe becomes unknown, it is the duty of the university to produce weavers.

The arts, quite simply, nourish the soul. They sustain, comfort, inspire. There is nothing like that exquisite moment when you first discover the beauty of connecting with others in celebration of larger ideals and shared wisdom.

I believe everything learned in college is an answer to a question that someone has posed. Questions get posed differently and the answers that come back transport us to places we never knew existed.