Every institution has in its history pivotal points that forever alter its future. Organizations with foresight and clear vision are able to seize the opportune moment. They mobilize support and focus energy on new and critical initiatives. The momentum they develop propels them into a new era in their history. For Franklin Pierce, that time is now.
Franklin Pierce has done remarkably well in its short history through careful stewardship of modest resources. We have reached a crossroads. The University has sufficiently matured to understand its place in the world and recognizes the enduring value it provides to students and society. At the same time, we are young enough to be ambitious, agile, and responsive. This is a moment of tremendous potential.
Our confidence in the future led us to make the significant change to become a university in 2007. It was time to anchor our public identity in the reality of our accomplishments and become a university. Now it is time to invest new resources to advance a culture of excellence so our move to university status achieves its true potential. Our vision is that future generations of Franklin Pierce students receive a sustained quality of education to succeed in work and life.
The foundation is laid; our vision beckons us; and the path to success is clearly set before us. Please join us as we put in place the buildings, technology and other structures that support exceptional teaching. Your investment will help us realize our true potential. The time is now. The opportunity is ours.