Jonathan Koppell, the ninth president of Montclair State University, shares his vision for one of New Jersey’s leading public research institutions and insights into the challenges (and opportunities) for higher education more generally, including student protests, the impact of AI technology and inclusiveness in admissions. Drawing from his experience at Arizona State University, where he led one of the nation's largest public affairs colleges, Koppell offers extraordinary insights into building a thriving, diverse university that advances societal well-being and shapes the next generation of leaders.