American Academy of Arts & Sciences: The Commission on the Future of Undergraduate Education

November 30, 2017

LaGuardia Community College President Gail O. Mellow served on the Commission on the Future of Undergraduate Education (CFUE) convened by the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Over a two-year time, 26 Commissioners, leaders with higher education, business, government and technology background developed a study of the current state of undergraduate education and offered a comprehensive strategy to move the nation forward. The report outlined three national priorities: improving education quality, completion & increasing affordability. The final section of the report addressed an importance of promoting social cohesion, sustainable economic development, intercultural dialogue, democracy and peace.

Read the full report: The Commission on the Future of Undergraduate Education.