Preparing Students for an Era of Greater Expectations

In 2002, as part of a large, multi-project initiative, AAC&U published the influential report Greater Expectations: A New Vision for Learning as a Nation Goes to College. This report maps out for those within and outside of the academy the changing world in which higher education institutions now operate. It calls for a new compact between higher education and American society dedicated to providing all students an engaged and practical liberal education.

Building on the findings of this report, AAC&U is identifying and helping campuses develop innovative curricular and pedagogical models that improve undergraduate student learning. AAC&U is also forging links with the best aspects of secondary school reform in order to raise levels of student achievement and improve readiness for college.