Jeff Yass and Harlan Crow are among donors for school that touts a “fearless pursuit of truth.”

John Witherspoon knew campuses were meant for the pursuit of truth, not political activism.

Students at the University of Texas-Austin have been in mourning as they watched the impact of anti-diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) legislation on their campus.

Pro-Palestinian students at Harvey Mudd College, Tufts University, and others have protested the presence of certain companies at recent career fairs. Pro-Palestinian protest activity has declined on college campuses this semester, at least compared to the tumultuous events of last spring.

13 leaders on the challenges of the role, and the opportunities worth pursuing.