CLA's Special Edition Campaign Magazine

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Expectations pushed, tested, and (im)proved

SUSAN THURSTON-HAMERSKI

John Coleman, CLA dean, often says the liberal arts are “front-page news.” It’s hard to think of another time when this statement has been more relevant. Through their research and teaching, CLA faculty are confronting the toughest problems we face: systemic racism, a changing workforce, healthcare inequality, misinformation, and more. We asked six faculty members how their work is helping us make sense of our world and how campaign gifts make it possible to meet the moment and be our best for the world.

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