More scholars face threats and displacement now than since World War II. U.S. universities have formed the New University in Exile Consortium to aid endangered academics. Led by Arien Mack, the initiative aims to integrate refugee scholars through seminars and workshops, fostering connections with host institutions. By creating a supportive academic environment, the consortium seeks to combat the isolation and estrangement experienced by these scholars, reinforcing a historical commitment to protecting intellectuals similar to the initiatives from 1933 to save Jewish scholars.
"There is a moral obligation to do something," said Arien Mack, underscoring the responsibility to assist endangered scholars facing threats worldwide.
"We are trying to nurture intellectual capital, we are saving brains," emphasizing efforts to integrate refugee scholars into academic communities.
The New University in Exile Consortium aims to build intellectual links, countering isolation of refugee scholars who suffer estrangement even in safety.
Founded in 1933, the initial university in exile aimed to save Jewish scholars, highlighting a historical commitment to protect intellectuals in crisis.
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