Ivory Tower Reform

Ivory Tower Reform: A Vision for Higher Education in Malaysia offers a powerful and timely examination of Malaysia’s academic system, tracing over three decades of critique and activism led by The Malaysian Academic Movement (Gerak). Through media statements, seminars, and public discourse, the book exposes the deep-rooted structural, political, and ideological challenges facing universities since independence. It explores the clash between academic freedom and state control, revealing how global and local forces have eroded institutional integrity. More than critique, it presents a compelling call for reform grounded in justice, autonomy, and inclusivity—essential reading for anyone committed to reclaiming the university’s role in society.