Higher Education in the Twenty-First Century; What's the Mission?

This article explores the concept of mission in higher education and how it has evolved over time. It acknowledges the lack of consensus among stakeholders regarding the purpose of higher education, with students and parents focusing on future job prospects and faculty and administrators emphasizing intellectual growth. The article examines different dimensions of mission, such as audience, content, place, and intended impact, and provides examples of institutions with diverse missions. It emphasizes the importance of defining and articulating a clear mission for higher education institutions, as well as aligning stakeholders to achieve institutional goals. [Extracted from the article]

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