Lessons From Florida’s Politically Charged Climate

January 5, 2024

(This session is open only to currently serving college and university presidents.)

Florida’s politically-charged climate is changing the discussion of democracy and independence on the state’s college and university campuses. Discover what measures Florida’s independent higher education leaders have taken to foster productive relationships with stakeholders while still upholding their institutional values.

Grant Cornwell, President, Rollins College (FL)
Jaffus Hardrick, President, Florida Memorial University
Peter Lake, Professor of Law, Charles A. Dana Chair and Director, Center for Excellence in Higher Education Law and Policy, Stetson University College of Law (FL)
Moderator: Jeff Abernathy, President, Alma College (MI)

Council of Independent Colleges