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Students’ Perspectives on the Purpose of Higher Education

In this episode, we explore students’ perspectives on the purpose of higher education at a moment shaped by rising costs, political tension, debates about belonging and DEI, and growing mental health concerns. Rather than talking about students, we center their voices—alongside the faculty member guiding these conversations in the classroom. Co-hosted by Dr. Michael Stebleton, Professor of Higher Education at the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities, the episode draws from his honors seminar on student development, career pathways, and the transition from college to work. Together with students enrolled in his fall 2025 course, What Is College For? Examining the Purpose and Value of U.S. Higher Education, we unpack what college is supposed to do—and who it is meant to serve. _______________________ Student Affairs NOW is the leading podcast and online learning community for professionals working in, alongside, or adjacent to higher education and student affairs. Whether you're looking for fresh ideas, inspiring conversations, or meaningful connections, our weekly episodes aim to make a contribution to the field while being restorative to the profession. 🎙️ New episodes every Wednesday! Join the conversation at studentaffairsnow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. ✨ Stay in the loop! Subscribe to our newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/StudentAffairsNow for the latest episodes, resources, and updates delivered straight to your inbox. 💡 Have a topic idea or want to suggest a guest? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at host@studentaffairsnow.com. Subscribe to never miss an episode!