All excellent things are as difficult as they are rare.
Jr. We also believe that our future is purchased by our present and that human progress does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability. Therefore, we are continuously researching our present, drawing conclusions from our research, and taking the appropriate action to enhance our future. Talented and gifted youth of the present. Conclusions that will enhance our understanding of the needs and characteristics of gifted individuals. Improving the quality of education for all individuals, but especially for gifted individuals, and to improve the quality of future programs for the gifted at Iowa State University.