Review Exam 2 - The University and the State (1945)

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts related to the evolution of higher education and student activism from the post-war period to the 1970s.

Big Science

The growth of the research university linked to national security and prosperity, emphasizing basic research funded by the government.

Academic Freedom

The principle that academia should be free from external control, particularly government funding influence, preserving openness in research.

GI Bill

A law that provided a range of benefits for returning World War II veterans, including education funding.

Truman Commission

A 1946-1947 initiative aimed at expanding access to education, making it available to all qualified students.

Master Plan for Higher Education

A coordinated framework for California’s higher education system, established by Clark Kerr, ensuring access based on academic achievement.

Racial Segregation

The systemic separation of individuals based on race, often resulting in unequal access to education and resources.

Affirmative Action

Policies designed to improve opportunities for historically excluded groups, often in the context of education and employment.

Corporate Influence

Increased participation and funding from private corporations in universities, particularly in research and academic programs.

The Powell Memo

A 1971 document by Justice Lewis Powell advocating for the corporate influence in higher education and the legal rights of corporations.

Student Activism

The involvement of students in political protests and movements, advocating for social change and justice within educational systems.