Should University Presidents Have a Voice in Public Affairs?

Authors

  • Robert A. Scott Adelphi University

Keywords:

Leadership, academic freedom, freedom of speech, role of university president, social justice, ethics, morality, and law

Abstract

During a period replete with falsehoods and misrepresentations expressed by prominent individuals, celebrities, and elected officials, who is to speak for truth? Who is to support scientific knowledge and the role of ethics, law, and science in guiding policy development? In the past, university presidents spoke out for truth and justice. This article explores why such voices are needed yet might be silent today.

Author Biography

Robert A. Scott, Adelphi University

Robert A. Scott is president emeritus of Adelphi University, New York, US. E-mail: ras@adelphi.edu.

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Published

2020-10-15

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Scott, R. A. (2020). Should University Presidents Have a Voice in Public Affairs?. International Higher Education, (104), 10–11. Retrieved from https://ejournals.bc.edu/index.php/ihe/article/view/14339

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No. 104 (2020): Autumn Issue

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