The Good of This Place: Values and Challenges in College Education by Richard H. Brodhead

This eloquent collection of essays and speeches by Richard H. Brodhead addresses issues of importance to institutes of higher learning and to those who participate in them. At once reflective, witty, and wise, this book speaks to students and educators alike, to all who hope to become or shape others to become thoughtful and constructive members of society. Richard H. Brodhead: "On accepting the Duke University Presidency": "Together, you have made this a great school. Together, let's keep it great and make it better yet. I pledge you my full commitment to Duke and to what we will make Duke through our work together." Together, let's keep it great and make it better yet. I pledge you my full commitment to Duke and to what we will make Duke through our work together."
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