Letter from the President College really is the best time of your life! Most of us who have attended college, and celebrated at least thirty birthdays, probably agree with the statement above. Those of us advancing in age tend to look back on fond memories and lament, “Oh how I wish I could do it all over again.â€? I believe we feel this way simply because it was such a good time in our lives...not because we would do it any differently. As your president it is my duty and responsibility to plan campus life with academics as the epicenter. After all, people come to college to gain knowledge and expertise. But I am also astute enough to understand the need to mix social and cultural experiences with academics. At Indiana Tech we are always exploring ways to make this mix a growth opportunity for our students, faculty and staff. But with the keenest focus on our students. Over the past few years we have increased the number of social and cultural events significantly. Increasingly, students have taken advantage of the new opportunities and also have offered suggestions for additional events. The recommendations and the feedback have been very encouraging and helpful in terms of planning for the future. The events and activities that support our academic goals also have increased substantially. The Discussion Forum and University Forum series provide students, faculty and staff with the opportunity to explore, discuss, and debate matters of interest and importance. This addition to campus life centers on professional growth, commitment to our civic responsibilities, and our general development and maturity as lifelong learners. Several years ago there was a motion picture titled Old School. You may remember that Will Ferrell, Luke Wilson, and Vince Vaughn enjoyed their college years so much that they collaborated and connived their way to establish a fake fraternity in order to continue their status as college students. So then, maybe college really is the best time of your life‌.especially at our own Indiana Tech! Raise your expectations.
Arthur E. Snyder, Ed.D.
TRENDS Spring 2007