Read carefully about American universities (revised edition)

Author: Cheng Xing
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: The author's witty and profound descriptions take you into a realm of philosophical reflection. American university management is enigmatic. This book opens a window into American university management, allowing us to glimpse the wisdom and dilemmas of university administrators, the intricacies of management politics, the conflicts of interests among different groups within the university, and the clash between the university's ideals and the increasingly commercialized market. It is also a life guide left by a pioneer for later generations, offering case studies in career planning from every detail of studying, getting a degree, working to make a living and observing the world through hardship, from pursuing ambitions and finding jobs to handling interpersonal relationships. Overall, it is a rare gem that helps us understand a more authentic American university. Moreover, it is not a purely academic work; its language is humorous and engaging, making it highly readable and appealing to a wide audience, especially for young students preparing to study in the United States. The author is the Assistant Dean of the Columbia University College in the United States, with both teaching and administrative experience in American universities. This book is a written expression of the author's years of observation, research, and personal experience in the functioning of American universities. It offers valuable insights for Chinese readers to truly understand the higher education system in the United States, the cultivation of undergraduate and graduate students, and the relationships between universities, governments, and parents. Each short essay in the book reflects the author's broad experience, worldly wisdom, relentless pursuit of truth, and longing for goodness.