A good compass will be very important. Southwestern College will have unique opportunities in the new century. The 21st century will value people who can integrate knowledge from a number of disciplines and realms of knowledge. It will value people who can manage and analyze information. It will value people who can work productively as members of problem solving teams.
Boundaries are out.
Bridges are in. The ability to see connections among disparate ideas, the ability to understand and work with people from other cultures, the ability to use technology to overcome obstacles of distance and time will all be richly rewarded in the new century. I believe Southwestern's students will be uniquely well prepared to meet society's needs. Southwestern's commitment to education that focuses on values and faith, and the college's ability to produce graduates who are committed to leadership in the service of others, will also be an important asset in the future. Our society and our world can always use more decent human beings.