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Donors Under Fire: The Critical Importance of Donor Intent to Higher Ed Philanthropy

This event is being co-sponsored by the Bastiat Society of Raleigh. At a time when philanthropy and wealth are under attack – and even cited as “failures” of both capitalism and democracy – it is critical to understand what donor intent is, and is not. Donor intent is best understood as an expression of our…

Hate Speech and Academic Freedom: An Education Book Webinar with Cary Nelson

On Wednesday, November 20th, the Martin Center welcomes Cary Nelson for a discussion of his latest book, Hate Speech and Academic Freedom. About the book: Completed shortly before Hamas carried out its barbaric October massacre, Hate Speech and Academic Freedom takes up issues that have consequently gained new urgency in the academy worldwide. It is the…

Professors Speak Out: The Truth About Campus Investigations

"Professors Speak Out: The Truth About Campus Investigations," a new book by Professor Nicholas Wolfinger, showcases the stories of 22 faculty members from various fields, all of whom have been investigated by their own colleges or universities. Join the Martin Center to hear stories and discussion from three of those professors, including Lee Jussim, Dave…

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Does College Pay Off? A Discussion with Preston Cooper

NC State University Club 4200 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, United States

Preston Cooper is well-known for his efforts to make postsecondary education affordable and valuable for every American. As a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, he researches college return on investment (ROI), the economics of higher education, and student loan reform. In 2024, while at The Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity, he authored…

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