Santa Clara University's strategic vision promises to educate citizens and leaders of competence, conscience, and compassion and cultivate knowledge and faith to build a more humane, just, and sustainable world. What aspect of SCU’s strategic vision appeals to you? Why?
“The Earth is a very small stage in a vast cosmic arena. In our obscurity, in all this vastness, there is no hint that help will come from elsewhere to save us from ourselves,” said Carl Sagan. To me, this is the most motivational of quotes; the very reason for peace, unity, and faith. In a world made up of individuals, each so disparate in ingenuity and background, the need for educated citizens, responsible leaders, and conscious souls becomes imperative. This is why SCU’s vision appeals to me; it perfectly aligns with my own beliefs as it incorporates ideas of cultivating both the heart (compassion, conscience, and faith) and the mind (knowledge, competence, and intellect).
My beliefs first developed when I was ten, and like most kids, I had adopted my parent’s identity: well educated, Hindu, and moderate in both politics and lifestyle. Over the years, through the Bay Area’s cultural diversity, I learned to accept people of all backgrounds regardless of race, orientation, or religion. I became a strong supporter of environmental stewardship, sustainable living and ethical use of technology. I attend Saint
Francis, a Holy Cross school, where I developed a strong moral compass grounded in faith.
The efforts made by SCU’s Center for Sustainability in promoting a healthy environment and vibrant economy along with helping the under-privileged, strongly align with my personal goals. The Markkula Center for Applied Ethics focuses on environmental, technological, engineering and religious ethics; all of which are crucial towards understanding our responsibilities towards our fellow humans and our planet.
I strongly believe in SCU’s vision to provide a holistic education, both of the heart and mind, so future generations might be open minded, conscientious intellectuals the world will have the pleasure of knowing.
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