More partnership, less competition amongst universities: Higher Education Summit
NEW YORK - The future of higher education came into sharp focus at the Times Higher Education World Academic Summit which took place in New York this week.The University of the Western Cape’s deputy vice-chancellor, Professor José Franz was invited to be a panelist at the global event.Franz said one of the main points raised during the session where she led discussions was that universities should focus on their unity for purpose rather than compete with each other.
Franz said another important point is that researchers should use their knowledge to make a positive contribution to society like the partnerships created to find solutions to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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