BG (USA, Retired) Barney Forsythe Sends

Dear Classmates,

As many of you know, I have been involved with the National Conference on Ethics in America (NCEA) from its inception. With you, I am delighted to see our original vision for the conference become a reality, thanks to West Point’s stewardship and the unwavering support of our classmates and friends.
When I retired from the Army in 2005 and came to Westminster College, I made a point to send student leaders from my new campus to the NCEA. They return invigorated and inspired to create the conditions at Westminster that promote the College’s values (integrity, fairness, respect, and responsibility) and foster civic engagement and community service. I have no doubt the investment that I have made along with so many other classmates is paying dividends; I see it every day.

Our gift to West Point extends far beyond the Corps of Cadets; it is an amazing outreach to the nation, which was our intent when we first established the endowment. We wanted to stimulate dialogue about the values that shaped our lives—integrity and service in the context of duty, honor, and country—not only at West Point but beyond the Academy grounds to the nation and the world. Clearly, we have been successful, as the conference has grown in popularity and scope. Because of our generosity and that of friends of the Class, we are helping to promote conversations on campuses around the country about principles that are essential to the future of our nation. In so doing, we are helping promote West Point’s mission “to educate, train, and inspire” to the Corps and to a larger group of young people. Well done, Class of ‘70!

Just like we did during our time together as cadets, I hope that we will “give way together” to ensure the NCEA has a sustainable future. I would hope that every classmate would join the cause and contribute to this important effort. It would be amazing if we could get 100% participation—that would set new records for class giving. More importantly, it would make a difference to West Point and the nation in meaningful ways.

Serve with Integrity, ’70
Barney Forsythe

George B. Forsythe, Ph.D.
President
Westminster College
501 Westminster Avenue
Fulton, Missouri 65251-1299
(573) 592-5315
Barney.Forsythe@westminster-mo.edu

fjm: NB: The Annual National Conference on Ethics in America starts this Sunday Evening, October 16, 2011 –http://usma1970.westpointaog.com/USMA-Class-of-1970/ncea.htmlto contribute now!

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