Shaping the future of democracy
Higher Ed
Amid growing public skepticism, colleges and universities stand at a crossroads. These institutions are more than just career pipelines—they can be powerful training grounds for effective citizenship. At their core, they cultivate critical thinking, free expression, and the ability to work across divides—skills essential for a thriving democracy.
We’re helping higher education rediscover its true purpose.
We work alongside campus leaders—presidents, faculty, and staff—as well as journalists and policymakers to create programs and tools that transform campuses into spaces where young people build the civic skills to tackle our nation’s toughest challenges together.
College Presidents for Civic Preparedness
We’ve built a coalition of over 100 campus leaders from diverse ideologies and institutions across the country, united in preparing students for active civic engagement in today’s complex and divided world.
Faculty Institute
We support dozens of interdisciplinary educators each year in redesigning existing courses or creating new ones that promote civil discourse, empowering them to champion this work on their campuses.
Policy Convenings
We convene state policymakers and college presidents to collaborate on shared projects, legislative ideas, and joint initiatives that drive innovation in higher education.
Fellowships
We’ve invested in over 27,000 visionary scholars, journalists, and educators to strengthen democracy. Our higher education Fellowships support leaders across multiple disciplines.
Media Training and Resources
We provide resources, training, and networking opportunities to journalists, supporting their vital role in shaping public understanding of how higher education prepares the next generation of citizens.
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