I find it interesting how the founders place such importance on the history of discoveries on the education of new pupils. Perhaps the University today could incorporate this in new ways, such as showcases of antique investigations from the 19th and 20th centuries in the various fields. I believe these might foster new ideas and help students feel connected in curiosity to those who came before. If nothing else, it might certainly be comical to look at certain papers put forth (especially in medicine) back then. Quentin M

The optimism here is striking. Before the founding of this University, the only way for a man to achieve an education would be to pay exorbitant prices at the private schools in the country. Here, Jefferson and his associates wish to give every man who is able the tools with which to succeed. This goal carries through to today, and perhaps the University should revisit these goals when designing new programs and initiatives to ensure everything they do is for the benefit of the students who actually study here. Some schools have been known to make decisions to benefit faculty, boards of visitors, etc. It is nice to know the University, at least in the beginning, has favored its students. Quentin M.