Martin Kurzweil took the helm at Ithaka S+R in January. Now, in his first community message, he shares how the team is sharpening their focus at what is a consequential moment for postsecondary education.

Kurzweil emphasizes how Ithaka S+R works with leaders and policymakers to expand access to postsecondary education, improve student and workforce outcomes, and strengthen the systems that sustain scholarship and knowledge creation.

He introduces the Ithaka S+R leadership team across major programs and highlights recent examples of their work in action:

  • Supporting 100 institutions as they navigate responsible AI adoption
  • Convening state and system leaders to organize concrete initiatives and build tools that strengthen credit mobility and support credential attainment for working adults
  • Advancing progress on Pell enrollment and postsecondary value through initiatives such as the American Talent Initiative
  • Leading research on the economic impact of the liberal arts
  • Helping research and library leaders respond to shifting funding and policy environments

Read Kurzweil’s message: Expanding Access. Improving Outcomes. Advancing Knowledge.