Furthermore, many institutions are housed in substandard structures.
Many institutions are already running in the red, he said.
In an era when many institutions are promoting professional training, Bard encourages broad intellectual experimentation.
And many institutions are now looking for ways to further strengthen the links between the two.
Many institutions are already very savvy about their use of the technology.
As the market for university places gathers pace, many institutions are investing millions in glamorous new accommodation to woo students.
"Many institutions are unwilling to do this, but progress must be supported by movements to be sustainable".
"Many institutions are looking for alternative sources of funding," said Thomas Estermann, the association's head of governance, autonomy and funding.
Many institutions are starting to get to grips with the challenge but the picture is a patchy one.
Ohio, where many institutions are contracting with agents, recently adopted a strategic higher-education plan specifically calling for international recruiting.
According to Dr. Boyle, the association's senior vice president for conservation and education, Mr. Dorfman's theories represent "a natural evolution, and many institutions are thinking about this".
