After they left Grand Rapids, the Diekemas sought out places in the world where they would learn about new cultures and he could affiliate with a university to continue steady research and writing. These sites turned out to be in Wales, New Zealand and Spain. I ll know it s time for a new project. For now, he is hopeful that his book on academic freedom will spark much discussion and debate among the leadership of American higher education, especially in religiously affiliated schools. I suggest some controversial things, such as moving away from tenure and toward covenant, which is possible when there are compatible worldviews.
Christian scholars have the right model, but it takes persistence.
It takes guts. The book also contains suggestions for faculty, administrators, trustees, students and constituents. Although he s been away from the college spotlight for some time, Diekema said his admiration for Calvin continues to grow. For now, he s willing to be our traveling correspondent. His first message from the road reaches us this month at the book reception.