For the last eleven years of Chuck Vest's MIT presidency, I have marveled at the way that he has stood out among college presidents as a visible, effective, and very articulate leader of national science and technology policies. It turns out that he has also been a dynamic driver of major changes at MIT, proving to be a model university president who has had a major beneficial impact on his institution. How did one person find the time to fulfill both roles? As this book reveals, Dr. Vest is a master at focusing on the central issues. He has also been bold, willing to stick his neck out repeatedly for what he believes. This is not only a book that should be read to learn how to lead a modern university; it can also inspire us all to become more effective leaders. -- Bruce Alberts, President, National Academy of Sciences These remarkable essays highlight Chuck Vest's statesmanship honesty and moral courage in addressing the most difficult issues facing academia in recent years. Essential for anyone interested in the high art of leadership. -- Wm. A. Wulf, President, National Academy of Engineering Pursuing the Endless Frontier says much about Chuck Vest as a leader. What comes through on reading this collection of his essays is the clarity of his thinking, his character and principles, and important insights about how he guided MIT through times of challenge and change. -- Raymond V. Gilmartin, Chairman, President, and CEO, Merck & Co., Inc.
Charles M. Vest is President of the National Academy of Engineering and President Emeritus of MIT.
[Vest's]... prescriptions for universities range from... rebuilding public trust in technology to fostering partnerships with business and government.—Boston Globe
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