February 7, 2003

Making Global Waves

By BURTON BOLLAG

The London School of Economics fights financial problems at home while reaching out abroad

The London School of Economics and Political Science has helped shape major movements of post-World War II economic and social policy. But it seems to be having trouble mastering the economics and politics of contemporary higher education.

From its cramped campus, the school has created a global brand name. It has been an international intellectual powerhouse and the training ground for