In this episode Jordan talks with Dr. Joshua Brown, an assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University, to discuss his book 'Capitalizing on College.' The conversation explores the transformation of higher education from a mission-driven approach to one focused on financial margins. Dr. Brown shares insights from his research on various educational institutions, their strategies for sustainability, and the impact of student loans and philanthropy on the future of education. The discussion also highlights the differences between Catholic and Protestant institutions and the challenges they face in maintaining their missions amidst financial pressures.

Resources:

1) Capitalizing on College, Joshua Brown

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast

01:51 The Shift in Higher Education: Mission to Margin

06:45 Research Methodology: Understanding Institutional Behavior

10:48 Strategies of Higher Education Institutions

17:30 Historical Context of Educational Strategies

20:39 The Future of the Residential Model

22:38 Predictions for the Future of Education

24:49 The Role of Values in Faith-Based Education

27:20 Rethinking Philanthropy in Religious Education

28:00 The Dilemma of Student Debt

30:10 Innovative Solutions in Higher Education

32:48 Faith-Based Institutions and Their Mission

34:36 The Balance Between Money and Mission

36:10 Comparative Insights: Catholic vs. Protestant Institutions

39:13 Reflections on School Choice and Competition

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Capitalizing on College with Joshua Brown