𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲, 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲

By Shai Reshef, Founder and President, University of the People, USA

Many people believe that when it comes to admissions, the more selective a university is the better it is. Higher education must evolve beyond this outdated notion that exclusivity equals excellence.

This mindset restricts opportunities to a privileged few, reinforcing inequality and limiting societal progress.

True excellence lies in promoting social mobility—creating pathways for all students, regardless of their background, to succeed.

By embracing inclusivity, institutions such as hashtag#UoPeople foster diverse perspectives, drive innovation, and contribute to a more equitable society.

Education should be a catalyst for change, not a gatekeeper of privilege.
Wherever you are in the world, if this is your wakeup or stay awake cup, take a minute to share hashtag#CoffeeWithShai.