These things are not in the observed, but in the observer one brings them to what one sees and hears. They relate to a rich inner life in which personal, narrative truth gains thickness and imagination sparks creativity or leads to discovery. The content of this first issue is explained mostly by medical center geography. I guess the daily routines of all involved with MUSC inevitably include intrinsically important experiences with unique people, and these works mirror this fact.
Death predictably seems to be a primary currency in our first issue.
Our plans for the future of Humanitas involve publishing at least one issue a year. Hopefully we'll see an increase in the number of submissions and an expansion of subject matter. I think that you'll find this journal to be at least enjoyable this time around and a publication that will consistently improve in quality as more people become aware of its presence. Many thanks to the people who kindly submitted their work, to those who toiled on the various selection committees, to the Department of Health Administration and Policy for their support, and especially to Bert Keller and Carol Lancaster for their generous outlay of time spent and effort given.