The humanities face a kρίσις, a turning point, amid declining support. Integrating liberal arts with STEM, adapting to evolving structures, and focusing on public enrichment are key to their survival and relevance.
STEM degrees lead in earnings ($98K avg), but liberal arts grads catch up. Education/healthcare face lower pay. Graduate degrees boost income significantly. Degree choice impacts long-term financial success.
Regional Public Universities (RPUs) face an identity crisis. Focus shifts from rigorous liberal arts to metrics, skills, and 'student success,' marginalizing soul-crafting and humanistic learning. A call to re-evaluate the core academic product.
Academia faces a crisis. Academic conservatives must critique higher education constructively, distinguishing themselves from reactionary attacks and engaging in introspection. Need inner reform for universities.
