Wednesday, September 26, 2007
What Matters
Yesterday afternoon I visited a former employee who is in the hospital. It is my duty as Dean to perform such tasks. When I do so I am reminded of how important it is for those of us who are honored to hold leadership roles to do more than give speeches and make appearances at celebrations and ceremonies; it is equally important for all of us, as human beings who wish to belong to a community, to be there during times of crisis and need. The person whom I visited faces challenges that are as serious as possible. He was an integral part of the Law School and was a wonderfully engaging presence during his time here. In my brief visit to express the support of the institution, I said I would return to check on his progress, and I recognize that I must fulfill this pledge for it is these moments that remind one of what matters in life.
