Lectures and essays model ‘will not survive’, says departing v-c | Times Higher Education

In an interview with Times Higher Education, outgoing University of Waterloo president Vivek Goel argues that traditional lecture-and-essay models will not keep pace with the future of higher education. He points to Waterloo’s co-op program as a defining strength, integrating academic learning with paid work experience and embedding experiential education into the university’s curriculum. As AI continues to reshape learning and work, Goel emphasizes that hands-on, real-world experience, like co-op, will be essential for preparing students to succeed.