It was this time five years ago we were all beginning to get acquainted with a new term: COVID-19. You know how the rest went, but where are we now? Dave Wessner is a professor of biology and public health at Davidson College. His reflection on the pandemic five years out was recently published in Forbes, and he spoke with WFAE's Marshall Terry.

Former Davidson football coach, Dave Fagg, understood the power he wielded because of the position he held.

Foreign faculty have spurred innovation, won accolades and made the U.S. the envy of the world.

It’s difficult for colleges to defend democracy if they aren’t run democratically.

More colleges are investing in physical infrastructure for learners to thrive academically and socially. The focus could be on supports, services or just fun for students. Research shows a majority of college students do not take advantage of the full suite of academic and wellness supports available to them, presenting challenges for college leaders to make resources accessible and recognizable.

Overcoming demographic headwinds will require more than austerity.