In this episode, Aparna and Harinda take on the crisis in Ivy League education — from the growing politicization of elite universities like Harvard to the broader questions of how technology and geopolitics are rewriting the future of learning. Is the Ivy League model broken, or is it evolving to meet a new era?

👉 What we cover:

• The attacks on Harvard and other top schools: Are they political strategies?

• How Ivy League institutions are struggling to stay relevant in a rapidly changing world

• What the future of education looks like — beyond traditional universities

• The role of AI and technology in reshaping how we learn and work

• The geopolitical implications of an education system tied to national power and influence

Media of the Week:

• Aparna's Pick: Trump Administration Stops New Student Visa Interviews

• Harinda's Pick: The New Age of AI and Education (YouTube)

📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the Crisis in Ivy League Education
07:27 The Attack on Harvard: A Political Strategy
13:02 Rethinking Education: The Future Beyond Ivy Leagues
20:42 The Future of Education
21:41 Technology's Impact on Education
29:18 Geopolitical Implications of Education
33:52 Rethinking Ivy League Education

👥 Connect with Us:
• Aparna Bhushan on LinkedIn
• Harinda Katugaha on LinkedIn
• Learn more: rethinkingtech.co

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