Equity and Challenges in Higher Education

The video discusses the historical exclusion in American higher education, initially serving only white male landowners. It highlights the ongoing demand for inclusion and equity, emphasizing the need to remove barriers and ensure equal opportunities for all students, regardless of race, gender, or disability. The video stresses the importance of access and affordability in higher education, calling for policy changes to make education financially accessible. It also addresses the need for accountability and quality assurance, particularly concerning for-profit institutions. Safety and diversity on campuses are discussed, advocating for a welcoming environment for all students. Finally, the video calls for fair funding for HBCUs and MSIs, urging the federal government to ensure equity in education funding.

What was the original demographic served by the American higher education system?

• All citizens

• White male landowners

• Women and minorities

• International students

What is a key demand of champions for equity in education?

• More exclusive institutions

• Inclusion and change

• Fewer scholarships

• Increased tuition fees

What should not determine where you get to go to school?

• Your extracurricular activities

• Your financial status

• Your personal identity

• Your academic performance

Why is higher education considered crucial today?

• It is a luxury for the privileged

• It is optional for most careers

• It is a prerequisite for economic opportunity

• It is only for academic purposes

What is a major financial challenge faced by students?

• Expensive textbooks

• Large student loans

• High cost of living

• Lack of scholarships

What is demanded to ensure higher education is not a waste of resources?

• Stronger accountability systems

• Less government oversight

• More for-profit institutions

• Higher tuition fees

What is a negative impact of for-profit institutions?

• They offer high-quality education

• They prey on vulnerable students

• They are non-profit

• They provide free education

What is a growing issue on college campuses?

• Lack of extracurricular activities

• Overcrowded classrooms

• Rising violence based on identity

• Decreasing diversity

What is a key requirement for institutions regarding student safety?

• They must be exclusive

• They must be safe and welcoming

• They must have high tuition

• They must limit student enrollment

What is urged for HBCUs and MSIs in terms of funding?

• Reduced funding

• Equal and fair funding

• Privatization

• Increased tuition fees