{"title":"Brian Soucek","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of \u003cem\u003eBrian Soucek\u003c\/em\u003e, an esteemed author known for his insightful contributions to the field of education and reference. Brian Soucek's writing is characterised by its depth of analysis and engaging prose, making complex topics accessible to a wide audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his significant works is \u003cem\u003eThe Opinionated University\u003c\/em\u003e, a thought-provoking exploration of the role and responsibilities of higher education institutions in today's society. This book delves into the dynamic landscape of academia, offering a critical perspective on how universities can operate more inclusively and effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrian Soucek's books are essential reads for anyone interested in understanding the evolving nature of education and its impact on societal progress. Whether you're a student, educator, or simply an avid reader keen on educational discourse, Soucek's work will provide you with valuable insights and fresh perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-opinionated-university-by-brian-soucek-9780226846156","title":"The Opinionated University","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy institutional neutrality is nothing but an illusion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCan a university ever truly be neutral in today's social and political climate? Pushing against the tide of universities increasingly pledging to stay neutral about contentious issues, law professor Brian Soucek argues that their promises are doomed to fail—universities can't help being opinionated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Opinionated University\u003c\/em\u003e, Soucek shows that neutrality is a myth by taking a deep dive into several prominent campus controversies of the day, including diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts and restrictions on campus speech and protest. Each issue requires universities to choose a side in what they do, if not also in what they say. In everything from curricular and admissions decisions to their response to outside rankings and their evaluation of faculty, universities express the values at the heart of their mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoucek argues that those pushing for neutrality are only preventing universities from standing up for their values, whether in today's current moment of crisis or in periods of political calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth timely and deeply engaging, \u003cem\u003eThe Opinionated University\u003c\/em\u003e calls on universities to dispense with neutrality as a governing principle and focus instead on what their mission should be, and who should determine it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47031882023148,"sku":"9780226846156","price":82.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20689843482268.jpg?v=1764151067"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/brian-soucek.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}