When Tenure Can't Save College Jobs

When Tenure Can't Save College Jobs

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The video discusses the current job market challenges, highlighting significant layoffs in major companies like Goldman Sachs and big tech firms. It also covers leadership changes at Disney and CNN, with Bob Chapek and Chris Liked stepping down. The concept of tenure in academia is explored, noting recent controversies at Harvard and Stanford. Finally, the video addresses the high costs of higher education and the burden of student debt, emphasizing the impact on students.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant concern for companies like Goldman Sachs regarding their workforce?

The challenge of justifying large workforces

The increase in employee benefits

The need to expand their workforce

The lack of qualified employees

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which high-profile executive was mentioned as being ousted from their position at Disney?

Chris Liked

Bob Chapek

Bob Iger

Mark Zuckerberg

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original purpose of tenure in higher education?

To ensure job security for all employees

To promote diversity in hiring

To protect academics from religious prejudice

To increase academic salaries

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue led to the resignation of the president of Stanford?

Diversity hiring policies

Student protests

Research integrity concerns

Financial mismanagement

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major challenge faced by students in relation to their education?

Lack of access to technology

Inadequate housing facilities

High tuition fees and student debt

Limited course offerings