Making a Difference

Professor Costlin discusses his transition from Harvard and Stanford to becoming the founding Dean of Minerva Schools in San Francisco. He shares his motivation to make a global impact in education by applying his lifelong study of the science of learning. Despite his love for Harvard, he sought opportunities that could scale education globally. At Minerva, he found a chance to implement strategic plans and build a distinguished academic team, aiming to provide first-class education worldwide.

What is the primary goal of the Minerva schools as described by the professor?

What motivated the professor to transition from Harvard to Minerva?

What challenges did the professor face while trying to scale educational initiatives?

In what ways does the professor believe he can make a difference through his work?

How does the professor describe the opportunity at Minerva in relation to his career?