Purposes of College Education

Purposes of College Education

Pericles Lewis, Dean of Yale College

College is a crucial institution through which our society sets expectations for young people. This podcast explores some of the purposes of a college education today, including conversation with others on intellectual matters, development of personal character, participation in a community, and preparation for citizenship. We look at practical and personal dimensions of college, including career preparation and pursuit of knowledge for its own sake. The episodes will be released in couplets for each purpose, pairing the historic with the contemporary to trace the lineage of each theme through the centuries. We encourage listeners to reflect on their own educational experiences and consider ways that college can meet the needs of future generations.

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Questions & Answers

How many episodes are there of Purposes of College Education?

There are 5 episodes avaiable of Purposes of College Education.

What is Purposes of College Education about?

We have categorized Purposes of College Education as:

  • Education
  • Society & Culture
  • Philosophy
  • Courses

Where can you listen to Purposes of College Education?

Purposes of College Education is available, among others places, on:

  • Spotify
  • Apple Podcasts
  • Podtail
  • Google Podcasts

When did Purposes of College Education start?

The first episode of Purposes of College Education that we have available was released 26 April 2023.

Who creates the podcast Purposes of College Education?

Purposes of College Education is produced and created by Pericles Lewis, Dean of Yale College.