We all have a duty to ensure that local universities don't collapse

Moi University is facing a financial crisis that is threatening service delivery. [File, Standard]

One major difference between the Greek and Roman empires was the fact that, while the latter was reputed for prizing chivalry, valour and the expansionist flaunting of military might, the former sought to be a global scholarship hub. Ancient Greek mythology still inspires contemporary moral didactics. And it's not uncommon for teachers, college professors, artists and even leaders today to quote excerpts from the texts, speeches and debates of Greece's imperial era.

However, the Greeks' domination of global scholarship wouldn't have been possible-and strung out-had it not been for the availability of institutions of learning, both locally and nearby, that were kitted out with adequate resources and enjoyed society's full support. It's this all-important, genuine support for institutions of learning-colleges especially-that this article is about.