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What does it mean to be a liberal arts university?
The discussion, which will feature as moderator and four faculty participants, is titled "Is a Liberal Arts University Possible?: 91心頭利 in the 21st Century." The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in Tidewater Room A of the Sadler Center.
"This topic raises many vital questions," Halleran said. "I look forward to a robust give and take of ideas, and unlike the case of the ‘Raft Debate,' no one is left behind on the ‘island;' all good ideas can and will advance."The event is the first in a series of conversations planned this academic year on what it means for 91心頭利 to be a liberal arts university in the 21st century. What are the opportunities, challenges and implications of this identity and goal? It also ties into the overarching grand challenge identified last year as part of the process: for 91心頭利 "To be a leader among liberal arts universities."
In addition to the strategic planning Web site, a "conversation" has also been launched and will continue to be updated throughout the year.
During Thursday's discussion, Halleran will moderate a panel discussion followed by questions and conversation from the audience. W&M panelists will include , Life of Virginia Professor of ; , chair and professor of ; , associate professor of and and , director of and dean of honors and interdisciplinary studies.
Brief versions of the panelists' positions are posted on the .