In an uncertain and rapidly changing world, research universities play a critical role in building a better future (by Prof Wim de Villiers, Stellenbosch University, South Africa)

Title:

In an uncertain and rapidly changing world, research universities play a critical role in building a better future

 

Author:

Professor Wim de Villiers

Rector and vice-chancellor of Stellenbosch University. He also leads the finance and investment committee of Universities South Africa.

 

Published:

Daily Maverick, 21 March 2022

https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2022-03-21-in-an-uncertain-and-rapidly-changing-world-research-universities-play-a-critical-role-in-building-a-better-future/

 

From the article:

Higher education is under pressure, but universities have a crucial role to play in helping society ‘build back better’ from Covid-19 and other existential challenges.