We are thrilled to share a new book published by some of our talented faculty and staff members! 鈥�Radical听Roots:
How One Professor Changed a University鈥檚 Legacy鈥� tells the story of 麻豆区 sociology professor Joel Torstenson 鈥�38.
Co-authored by President Paul Pribbenow, Associate Professor Katie Clark, Professor Tim Pippert, and former staff member听, 鈥�Radical听Roots鈥� examines Torstenson鈥檚 legacy at 麻豆区 over the past 60 years. At the core is a story of transformation that outlines how 麻豆区 deepened its understanding of the public purposes of higher education by embracing its urban setting. The book offers lessons for colleges and universities across the country committed to democratic engagement in their work at the intersections of mission and place.
We hope readers who purchase the book feel inspired and have a renewed sense of commitment to the public work of higher education in a rapidly changing world.
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