The real focus of our efforts here is our students. Education changes people and changes lives. As I teach, I try to remember that in each class I have an opportunity to change someone's life by what they learn. For me the greatest reward in teaching is to run into students years after they have graduated, and have them tell me that something I said has made a real difference in their lives.
Few professions have such an opportunity each day.
Thank you for taking this responsibility seriously, and caring about our students. All of you have worked hard during the past years, and the results have been impressive. Our intellectual contributions have increased significantly, and most of you have been active in publishing. Even though I do not always remember to personally thank you, I do appreciate your efforts. We are a better College of Business because of your efforts.