For as long as I can remember, the words “young” and “idealistic” have gone together like “cap” and “gown.” Generations of young idealists with a new degree have set out to change the world, buoyed by the conviction that the world’s challenges should be addressed and that they should address them. With graduation season...
A cynic’s guide to finding hope
I met Dr. Jo Anne Lyon a few springs ago at Houghton College’s commencement. Now in her eighties, she exudes both an idealist’s enthusiasm and a seasoned leader’s grit. It’s an exceedingly rare combination. Her infectious joy and winsome invitation to the next generation of servant leaders inspired me to learn more—and the more...