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Harvard University’s new president, Claudine Gay, is grappling with a crisis just months into her tenure. The prestigious institution, along with other Ivy League schools like Pennsylvania, Columbia, and Cornell, is facing backlash from student organizations and donors over its response to accusations against Israel over the October 7 Hamas massacre. Gay’s attempts to soothe tensions have been met with criticism, putting the university’s reputation and financial stability at risk.
Harvard, a historic institution with a fund exceeding $50 billion, is unaccustomed to such controversy. The university, like many others, relies heavily on donations, primarily from Wall Street and a significant number of Jewish donors. However, the progressive ideologies that have gained popularity on campuses are at odds with these donors’ views.
Gay, the first Black president and second woman to hold the position in Harvard’s 368-year history, is a symbol of the complex changes occurring in U.S. academia. She now faces the challenge of balancing progressive agendas with the need for funding. Despite high tuition fees, donations remain a significant source of income for universities. For instance, they accounted for 45% of Harvard’s revenue last year.
Despite threats from donors to halt their contributions, it is believed that the financial impact on Harvard and Penn will be minimal due to the sheer volume of donations they receive. However, the controversy has sparked a broader debate in American society about the value of higher education. A recent study revealed that 40% of Americans believe higher education negatively impacts the country, and 56% think a degree doesn’t guarantee success. This skepticism, coupled with the financial crisis of 2008 and the $1.7 trillion student debt, has led to a 15% decrease in university enrollment over the last decade.
Read more at CTech.
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