College Presidents: Educating Today's Student

This panel examines the challenges college presidents face in meeting the educational needs of today’s student. Maintaining access to higher education for all students, regardless of socioeconomic status is at the forefront of this discussion. The argument for a common core at the precollege level, how and what is taught at the college level, certificate programs vs. degree programs, the globalization of education, pricing by degree, location and program, as well as providing financial incentives for students to graduate early, are just some of the many trends in higher education today. Guests include:Rich Levao, President, Bloomfield CollegeAnne M. Prisco, Ph.D. , President, Felician CollegeB. Kaye Walter, Ph.D., President, Bergen Community College Dr. Dario A. Cortes, President, Berkeley College

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