Social Change

I have taught a class or two with Walden University for 8-9 years... The University, although for-profit....has an emphasis on Social Change. I feel this is important and although I have been a proponent of social change for years, it is good to see an entire organization lead with this in mind.

Walden has highlighted the Foundation in their alumni journal "Walden Ponder"....I am proud of that. The Foundation has been in existence for 4 years and we have slowly evolved into an organization where we support both (a) environmental education and (b) scientific research. Through these two focus points, we have created a bit of social change within the area of Ecuador where we are based. I slowly see change....

In addition, I feel that the Foundation reaches out to others. For instance, every time we bring in a university student from Quito, United States or from other countries, we have added to their understanding of the third world and problems associated with it. In order for the world to change for the good....we need to change from within. As these interns grow into their lives and expand their influence with a community.....it is hopeful that they will always remember their internship experience and begin to promote giving and social change.