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.
Expertise, Credentials, and the Value of the University
It seems we can’t trust our own credentials or those that we provide to our students. Or perhaps it would be better to say that we have so much confidence
Constance C. Relihan
May 18, 2026
