"Universities are becoming corporations, and corporations are becoming universities" – Dan Rice at Forbes University

Speaking at the Forbes University conference, AUK President Dan Rice shared his vision for modern higher education and its evolution in response to global challenges.

Key takeaways from his address:

• Education Without Borders: "The future of learning is breaking down walls. And that's a good metaphor for what we're doing within universities." Universities are no longer isolated institutions – corporations are evolving into learning hubs, while universities are becoming business-oriented platforms.
• Teaching How to Think, Not What to Think: Moving away from outdated didactic models, American University Kyiv employs the interactive Socratic method. Our goal is to foster intellectually curious leaders capable of guiding themselves, their teams, and their organizations.
• Global Experience for Ukraine’s Future: Through the Global Internship Program, AUK students are gaining hands-on experience at industry leaders like J.P. Morgan, Blackstone, and KKR – showcasing exceptional talent and preparing to bring global best practices back to Ukraine.
• Integrating Innovation and Practice: AUK is partnering with innovative Ukrainian companies, including Cascade Systems, to establish a defense industry hub where students work directly on real-world projects that contribute to Ukraine’s defense.

Ukrainian innovation and resilience continue to inspire the world. Thank you to Forbes Ukraine for hosting such an impactful discussion on the future of education!