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Special Sessions

COVID: The Traumatic Challenge to the Mission and Psyche of the University

When: June 10, 2021, 1:45 pm - Thursday

Where: Swang 108

Session 4

Session Abstract

While the nation is just beginning to understand the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is clear that it will be yet another disruptive force in higher education and will challenge the sustainability and mission of Christian institutions. Education has changed dramatically over the last 14 months in response to the pandemic and will likely never return to what was once considered “normal.” During this dialogue, this group of presidents, representing a range of colleges and universities, will wrestle with the substantial challenges and potential solutions for our future.

Speakers

L. Randolph Lowry III, Lipscomb University, Emeritus, Facilitator

  • Trace Hebert, Lipscomb University, Opening Comments
  • Royce Money, Abilene Christian University, President Emeritus
  • Scott McDowell, President, Lubbock Christian University, President
  • John deSteiguer, Chancellor, Oklahoma Christian University, President
  • Brian Stogner, Rochester University, President
  • Joel Anderson, Chancellor Emeritus, University of Arkansas at Little Rock,
  • Michael Ross, Ohio Valley University, President

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James Cone with conferee at the CSC in 2017

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Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), delivering the CSC plenary address.

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David Brooks engaging conferees during breakfast at the CSC

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