How I am preparing for this change

Being in closer ecumenical partnership with the faculty, staff, and students at CTU. I also look forward to being in a fresh, new space that is designed for our present size and needs.

Dr. Esther Menn

This time becomes an opportunity for generative thought and growth. There are still many challenges ahead, but I am excited to see how we learn to be the institution God is calling us to be in this new place.

Dr. Brooke Petersen

By focusing on the strengths of LSTC’s academic program and potential synergies with CTU. One example is in language acquisition for students with a first language other than English.

Dr. Klaus-Peter Adam

Taking a deep breath, taking some pictures, walking through the hallways and stairwell and recalling all precious moments.

Dr. Peter Vethanayagamony

Seeing the view of Lake Michigan from the fourth floor of CTU every day! Truly, the Great Lakes’ beauty fills my soul with gratitude.

Dr. Barbara Rossing

Too much is happening too quickly to be able to speak of “preparing,” other than the immediate tasks of dismantling an office and sorting boxes! But I’m also thinking about other major changes in my life. Did I prepare for them—other than in a logistical way? I think, rather, that I simply dove in, trusting the Spirit— and grew, was stretched (painfully, sometimes), and found joy and satisfaction in ways that I couldn’t have anticipated.

Dr. Mark Swanson

Making new friends, creating new ways to be together as a community, and getting comfortable living in ambiguity.

Dr. Linda Thomas