It is the right thing to do. And we need to focus NOW on women and minorities as we recruit faculty and staff. Diversity and opportunity are part of a 21st Century education. Our continuing momentum for renewal is so important. Institutions that have lost their capacity to adapt pay a heavy price.
Continuous renewal is necessary.
The problems of today go unsolved while people mumble the slogans of yesterday. If regenerative forces are not at work, the end is predictable. I continue to appreciate that MSU's distinctive success is very much in our collective hands. I want you to know it is an honor and pleasure to serve you as President of Michigan State University.