Dear Williams community,
Today, the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) issued a document called “A Call for Constructive Engagement.” This open letter, which I signed along with more than 200 fellow leaders in higher education, decries “government overreach and political interference” in regards to America’s colleges and universities and calls for greater respect for and collaboration with our institutions. Please read the full statement and share it with others who might be interested.
The AAC&U statement was specifically designed to unite the voices of a large number and variety of institutions. It is important for Williams to be part of this broad-based project as a complement to our advocacy for the specific benefits of a liberal arts education.
As I did in March, I again ask each of you to join us in defending and building appreciation for higher education in this country. Williams is one small part of a much larger educational landscape that can only thrive if the wider sector is flourishing.
Sincerely,
Maud