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The Shocking Truth About How COVID-19 Exposed Universities as Fragile Cash Cows
Crisis Response in Higher Education
In this deep dive, we explore the explosive findings from the book *Crisis Response in Higher Education* by Matt Benner, Jonathan Grant, and Mari O'King. We shatter the myth of the peaceful ivory tower and reveal how the pandemic acted as a brutal stress test on global higher education. Discover how universities in the UK, Sweden, and Australia were secretly running on a financial Ponzi scheme, relying on international student fees to plug massive research deficits. Learn about the 'prestige trap' that forced institutions to lose money on research just to stay competitive, and how this fragile model nearly collapsed when borders closed. We also uncover the shocking reality of the digital divide, the exploitation of international students, and the heroic community responses that saved lives. This video is a must-watch for anyone who wants to understand the true cost of higher education and what the future holds for universities worldwide.
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