Franklin University Presidential Inauguration

"Those who lead corporations or cities or state university systems or private universities such as Franklin also have the duty to protect our institutions against what Abraham Lincoln called the "silent artillery of time." The silent artillery of time, which can slowly grind down institutions which don't adapt, which fight the changes instead of embracing them...We need to move toward what might be called "deep articulation," a well conceived integration of academic resources and opportunities unimpeded by elitism and self-interest within the higher education community."
(Read Dr. David Decker's Complete Address)

"Dr. Decker's inaugural address was visionary and inspiring, sharing wisdom from our nation's founders and his own innovative insights addressing the challenges facing higher education today," said Chancellor Fingerhut. "A lot of what we propose to do here in Ohio is right out of the Franklin University playbook. As Franklin has shown throughout its distinguished history, non-traditional students are highly motivated, but they need a support system tailored to their busy lives if they are to succeed. We seek to follow Franklin's example across the state."
(Read Chancellor Eric Fingerhut's Complete Address)

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