Understanding the Earl Warren Professorship Decision

The speaker recounts their experience of being offered the Earl Warren Professorship at NYU, initially rejecting it due to Earl Warren's role in Japanese internment. After the dean's research revealed Warren's later regret and transformation, a new chair was offered, symbolizing personal growth. The speaker accepted, reflecting on the importance of authenticity and advocacy.

Why did the speaker move from Yale to NYU in 2008?

• To pursue a new research opportunity

• Because their husband was in the city

• To accept a new teaching position

• To be closer to family

What was the speaker's initial reaction to being offered the Earl Warren Professorship?

• They immediately accepted the offer

• They were indifferent to the offer

• They were touched but hesitant

• They declined the offer outright

What was the main reason the speaker initially rejected the professorship?

• They were not interested in constitutional law

• They wanted a different title

• They had a better offer elsewhere

• They disagreed with Earl Warren's past actions

How did the dean respond to the speaker's rejection of the chair?

• He was indifferent to their decision

• He insisted they accept it

• He withdrew the offer completely

• He understood and reconsidered the offer

What change did the dean propose to the chair title?

• Removing Earl Warren's name

• Adding a co-chair position

• Changing the name entirely

• Adding 'Chief Justice' to Earl Warren's name

What did the dean learn about Earl Warren during the four days?

• Warren was not involved in civil rights cases

• Warren had never regretted his past actions

• Warren had apologized for the Japanese internment

• Warren had no significant achievements

Which landmark cases did Earl Warren contribute to as Chief Justice?

• Plessy v. Ferguson and Dred Scott v. Sandford

• Marbury v. Madison and McCulloch v. Maryland

• Roe v. Wade and Miranda v. Arizona

• Brown v. Board of Education and Loving v. Virginia

What does the speaker emphasize about personal growth?

• It is unnecessary for professional success

• It is a lifelong journey inspired by others

• It is only important in academic settings

• It is irrelevant to their mission

How does the speaker feel about the chair after the title change?

• Confused and uncertain

• Deeply resonant and meaningful

• Indifferent and unchanged

• Burdened and regretful

What lesson does the speaker convey about authenticity?

• It is only important in personal life

• It should be compromised for convenience

• It is not worth the risk

• It leads to positive and inspirational outcomes