{"product_id":"the-christian-university-the-academic-establishment-paperback","title":"The Christian University \u0026 The Academic Establishment - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRon Highfield\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Christian University \u0026amp; The Academic Establishment\u003c\/em\u003e is a compelling exploration of the challenges facing Christian higher education in America today. Written by a seasoned professor with nearly four decades of experience, this book delves into the historical and ideological tensions that threaten the identity of Christian universities. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the origins of academic freedom and tenure to the rise of leftist ideologies like Critical Race Theory and postmodern activism, the author critiques the secular pressures eroding faith-based institutions. Drawing on landmark cases like \u003cem\u003eDartmouth v. Woodward\u003c\/em\u003e and the AAUP's 1915 Declaration, the text offers a robust defense of Christian education's unique mission. Blending personal reflection with scholarly analysis, Highfield argues that a true Christian institution must remain an extension of the church's witness, grounded in biblical truth. Ideal for educators, administrators, trustees, and anyone passionate about the future of faith-based learning, this book challenges readers to rethink the purpose of higher education in a secular age. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those seeking to preserve a Christian worldview in academia, it's a must-read for navigating the complex landscape of modern universities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 244\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.55 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 10, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48271622799605,"sku":"9781958139714","price":35.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/9858\/0981\/files\/U2I0LnV7TP9781958139714.webp?v=1781617212","url":"https:\/\/eddbooksread-edu.myshopify.com\/products\/the-christian-university-the-academic-establishment-paperback","provider":"Edd's Books Read Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}