Diversity and inclusion have risen to the top of the agenda for colleges and universities in recent years, following high-profile protests and a demand for representation based on protected characteristics and income level. While many institutions of higher education have made great strides in reviewing curricula and increasing the head count of underrepresented faculty, some are still considering how best to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion fairly into the fabric of their student body. It’s happening, but it needs to happen more quickly and as part of a concerted strategy.
Character (Still) Counts: Moral Injury and the Case for Character Education
Many academic leaders remember the Character Counts! initiative from the 1990s and early 2000s. It was visible in schools and youth programs nationwide, emphasizing as core values the Six Pillars
Teresa Maggard Stephens
June 15, 2026
