The article discusses the decline in desirability regarding presidential roles at Ivy League universities, particularly Columbia University. Although the position offers lucrative benefits, the unpredictable environment and controversies, such as anti-Semitism disputes and external political pressures, deter candidates. With Columbia facing its fourth president in three years, the university's board appointed its own co-chair as interim president, highlighting severe administrative challenges. This trend is not isolated, as multiple Ivy League schools report similar instability, reflecting a systemic issue across elite higher education regarding leadership tenure and trust.
"This is an exceedingly rare occurrence in the history of elite higher education, a fact Shipman seemed to acknowledge in her first public statement: 'Ornamental language can't disguise the fact that this is a precarious moment for Columbia University.'"},{
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