Or, seriously...
I think that working with the school to allow a series of discussions or workshops with the students prior to Mr. Taylor's arrival would be an eloquent solution. Let them do their own research, let them come to their own conclusions.
I'd also think it important to remember that no matter how much you may dislike the practices and policies of the MPAA, Mr. Taylor may very well report to his own set of Masters. Also, there's a fair chance that his accepting some honorary award from your school is a communal gesture, not intended to stir up politics or his company's business practice.
I do hope that y'all have the opportunity to inform current students (and faculty), and that Mr. Taylor is responsive to his community's constructive criticism. Good luck!
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Or, seriously... I think that working with the school to allow a series of discussions or workshops with the students prior to Mr. Taylor's arrival would be an eloquent solution. Let them do their own research, let them come to their own conclusions. I'd also think it important to remember that no matter how much you may dislike the practices and policies of the MPAA, Mr. Taylor may very well report to his own set of Masters. Also, there's a fair chance that his accepting some honorary award from your school is a communal gesture, not intended to stir up politics or his company's business practice. I do hope that y'all have the opportunity to inform current students (and faculty), and that Mr. Taylor is responsive to his community's constructive criticism. Good luck!