The God and Man at Yale

"The God and Man at Yale" is an essay by liberal critic William F. Buckley Jr., published in 1951. It critiques Yale University's emphasis on religious and moral values, arguing that the institution's focus on promoting a Christian perspective sometimes suppresses diverse viewpoints and critical thinking. Buckley contends that Yale's cultural and intellectual environment can be overly conformist and insular, which may hinder students' development as independent thinkers. The essay sparked a debate about education, tradition, and the role of faith in academic institutions, influencing discussions on university values and liberalism.