A Light in the Tower

In A Light in the Tower, Katie Rose Guest Pryal offers a compelling exploration of the mental health crisis plaguing higher education, drawing from her experiences as a bipolar-autistic professor. Through thoughtful storytelling and thorough research, she highlights systemic issues such as the exploitation of faculty and students, the trauma from critical events, and the pervasive burnout within educational institutions. Pryal not only uncovers the stigma surrounding mental disability but also presents actionable solutions aimed at fostering a healthier academic environment.