In the season finale, Erin and Toral are joined by Kyle Kimball, Vice President for University Relations at Cornell. Together, they explore the evolving role of higher education in today’s complex and often polarized climate. Kyle shares insights into how universities engage with topics like diversity, equity, and inclusion, the importance of storytelling in shaping institutional impact, and the responsibility of higher education to foster meaningful dialogue. The conversation also highlights the value of intellectual debate and the idea that universities are not here to tell us what to think — but to teach us how to think. From communications strategy to public trust, Kyle offers a thoughtful look at how institutions like Cornell navigate challenging conversations while staying grounded in their core mission.

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