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Higher Ed Now is a production of the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. It is a podcast concerning issues and policy in America's higher education system.

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ACTA's Kyle Beltramini welcomes David Eubanks, assistant vice president of the Office of Institutional Assessment and Research at Furman University. Professor Eubanks is an expert on the philosophy and practice of leadership in higher education, part... more

ACTA's Nick Down interviews Thad Westbrook, chairman of the University of South Carolina's (USC) Board of Trustees. Mr. Westbrook earned his bachelor's degree in political science from USC and his J.D. from the USC School of Law. A member of the USC ... more

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Lee Strang
Inaugural Director of the Salmon P. Chase Center for Civics, Culture and Society at Ohio State University
Ohio State University
Episode: Lee Strang: Revitalizing Civics Education in the Buckeye State
Deecy Gray
Public Relations Expert and Former UN Delegate
DC Stevens Limited
Episode: Douglas Ginsburg & Deecy Gray: Teaching Civics Amid Academia's Pushback
Douglas Ginsburg
Former Chief Justice of the District of Columbia Circuit Court of Appeals and Professor
Various Law Schools
Episode: Douglas Ginsburg & Deecy Gray: Teaching Civics Amid Academia's Pushback
Richard Haass
President Emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations and Senior Counselor at Centreview Partners
Centreview Partners
Episode: Richard Haass: Guarding Democracy by Teaching Civics
John Hillen
Distinguished Resident Fellow at Duke University and former US Assistant Secretary of State
Duke University
Episode: John Hillen: American Civics and Student Leadership
Zagros Madjd-Sadjadi
Professor of economics at Winston-Salem State University and advocate for civil discourse.
Winston-Salem State University
Episode: Zagros Madjd-Sadjadi: Expanding Civil Discourse at Winston-Salem State University
Jane Calvert
Director of the John Dickinson Writings Project and a member of ACTA's National Commission on American History and Civic Education.
Episode: Jane Calvert: The Imperative to Study America's Founding
Jon Hardister
Former Chair of North Carolina's House Education Committee and current Trustee at Western Carolina University
Western Carolina University
Episode: Jon Hardister: Theory and Practice of Excellent University Governance
Mitch Daniels
Former governor of Indiana and former president of Purdue University
Purdue University
Episode: Mitch Daniels: The Heart of the Academic Enterprise

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Michael Poliakoff
President of the American Council of Trustees and Alumni
Doug Spry
Host of Higher Ed Now

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4.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Privileged white men complaining about socialism

    In the 1-22-24 episode, Poliakoff fawns over Ohio Senator Cirino. Both men make wide assumptions about how “young” people (including Millennials who are largely in our 30s and 40s now) couldn’t possibly have different economic or political view from them if we had only been properly “schooled”. This assumptions then bleed over into a presumption of bad intent toward liberal professors or any professor who might dare consider striking as a labor action.

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Listeners appreciate the expert insights on higher education issues, valuing the emphasis on civics education and curriculum reform.
Some feedback suggests a perceived bias in discussions, particularly regarding perspectives on political and social issues in education.

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Thad Westbrook: Leading Higher Education Reform at the University of South Carolina
Q: What makes for an effective board member?
An effective board member should understand their role, engage with various issues, educate themselves about the institution, and hold the president accountable.
Thad Westbrook: Leading Higher Education Reform at the University of South Carolina
Q: Where did the idea for the center come from?
The idea was influenced by conversations around existing civic centers and a survey indicating low pride among young Americans, highlighting the need for such a center.
Richard Haass: Guarding Democracy by Teaching Civics
Q: How can we improve civic education in America?
By making it mandatory and ensuring quality in the curriculum.
Richard Haass: Guarding Democracy by Teaching Civics
Q: What are your thoughts on the obligation of civic education?
It is crucial for understanding democracy and its value.
Jonathan Turley: We Must Live Up to the Promise of Free Speech
Q: What impact does this environment have on students and their education?
Many students self-censor and don't engage in discussions, leading to a lack of exposure to diverse viewpoints which diminishes their educational experience.

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The episodes feature extensive discussions on critical issues surrounding American higher education, particularly focusing on civic education, the need for reform within academic curricula, and the examination of governance in educational institutions. Listeners can expect insights from a range of experts, including judges, educators, and policymakers, who address topics such as the importance of enhancing civics education and maintaining intellectual diversity in higher education amidst various political pressures. Unique emphasis is placed on American history, collective civic responsibility, and the ways current educational practices can better prepare students for active engagement in democracy.

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2. Deecy Gray
3. Douglas Ginsburg
4. Richard Haass
5. John Hillen
6. Zagros Madjd-Sadjadi
7. Jane Calvert
8. Jon Hardister

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