 In addition, Daniels founded the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Agora Institute which aims to discuss the need for universities to play a larger role in teaching students how to properly uphold their democratic duties, and increase the emphasis on civic education engagement and dialogue.Another focus of Daniels’ has been in strengthening the graduate, specifically PhD programs, at the university.Under the Gateway Science Initiative, Daniels established the first university-wide board to advocate for and support PhD programs.