Shelton-Mason County Journal - Dedicated to the citizens of Mason County, Washington since 1886

Value of diversity

Editor, the Journal,

For 10 years, I was on the board of trustees for a small Christian college that emphasized the importance of educating students who would not otherwise have access. I loved meeting these students and hearing their stories and watching them throughout their four years grow into thoughtful, articulate, courageous, well-educated adults. As the student body, staff, faculty, administration, and board of trustees became more diverse, the lives of all involved became enriched.

Two weeks ago, Donna Holliday wrote a letter addressin...