Earth, Planetary & Space Sciences Distinguished Alumni LectureThe Case for Public Higher Education: A Personal Perspective on a Public Good
with
Dr. Denise A. Battles '90 Geology President, SUNY Geneseo
Wednesday, February 21, 20246:00 p.m. PT Reception7:00 p.m. PT LectureUCLA Faculty ClubMorrison RoomReception will take place outdoors on the California Terrace
Self-parking available in Structure 2Public transit to UCLA
In this presentation, Dr. Battles will discuss the benefits offered by public higher education institutions, considering them through the lens of her personal educational and professional experiences, including her time as a graduate student at UCLA. Using the latest data and information, Dr. Battles will advocate for the robust support of public higher education in the face of serious challenges to its validity and value.