A President Tries to Cure Disconnection
DePauw University President Lori White has prioritized student support, investing heavily in resources to combat social anxiety and technological distraction, resulting in 82% of students feeling included in a 2025 climate survey. The university has maintained stable enrollment and retention rates since 2020, despite challenges faced by small rural private colleges in the Midwest.
DePauw University President Lori White has made student support a priority, spending over twice the median private college amount on student resources. Under her leadership, 82% of DePauw students reported feeling included in a 2025 climate survey, a 13 percentage point increase from 2021. The university has maintained stable enrollment and retention rates since 2020. To improve the student experience, DePauw is dedicating significant resources to construction, events, and services, including an $80-million renovation of its football stadium. Faculty and staff have noted increased student anxiety and a greater expectation for conflict mediation. The university is investing in resources to provide students with spaces to interact with each other.
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