Is higher education in America at a tipping point?

In December 2024, Richard Corcoran's book discusses the challenges facing higher education in the United States during a time of significant political and social upheaval. He highlights his tenure as Florida's education commissioner and the foundational problems in academia, such as cancel culture, gender studies, and the increasing influence of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Corcoran relates these issues to a broader crisis of higher education, suggesting that universities may be at a critical tipping point. Corcoran's experiences at New College illustrate the impact of his reforms. He presents a narrative that reflects struggles against institutional pressure and backlash from those he labels as