In this episode of the Inspiring Good Podcast, hosts Marshall King and Kevin Deary talk with Dr. Rebecca Stoltzfus, President of Goshen College, discussing her journey back to her alma mater and her vision for the college. The conversation highlights Goshen College’s history, its focus on undergraduate education, and the college’s enduring Christian and service-oriented values. Dr. Stoltzfus shares insights on the evolving landscape of higher education, the college’s significant projects like the new nursing and public health center, and the impact of their communications and social work programs. They also delve into Goshen College’s initiatives like Building Strong Brains and the transformative power of community-focused projects like Eco Sistema. The episode concludes with Dr. Stoltzfus reflecting on her leadership principles and the hope she finds in being part of a larger mission.

00:00 Introduction to the Inspiring Good Podcast

00:23 Meet Dr. Rebecca Stoltzfus

00:58 Returning to Goshen College

02:45 Changes in Higher Education

04:06 Goshen College’s Core Values

08:09 Student Success Stories

13:55 Building Strong Brains Initiative

16:16 Leadership and Challenges

18:37 Future of Goshen College

28:35 Closing Thoughts and Hope

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