How to fix higher education without destroying it

Public trust in higher education is dwindling due to escalating costs, uncertain job prospects, and political tensions, raising questions about its relevance. Rather than undermining its core values by cutting research funding or imposing stricter government oversight, Megan McArdle suggests that universities should tackle their credibility issues by embracing a broader range of perspectives and stepping back from some of their current practices. This approach could help restore public faith without compromising the essential, innovative, and diverse nature of higher education.