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Purposes of College Education

by Pericles Lewis, Dean of Yale College
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    College is a crucial institution in which our society works through its expectations for young people. This podcast explores some of the purposes that have been ascribed to college, including conversation with others on intellectual…

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About the show

College is a crucial institution through which our society sets expectations for young people. This podcast explores some of the purposes of a college education today, including conversation with others on intellectual matters, development of personal character, participation in a community, and preparation for citizenship. We look at practical and personal dimensions of college, including career preparation and pursuit of knowledge for its own sake. The episodes will be released in couplets for each purpose, pairing the historic with the contemporary to trace the lineage of each theme through the centuries. We encourage listeners to reflect on their own educational experiences and consider ways that college can meet the needs of future generations.