Thoreau College Is Born! And Receives a $10,000 Challenge Grant! On August 1st, 2019 a group of 4 pioneering students and 6 core faculty members came together to renew the spirit and practice of higher education by launching the inaugural Thoreau College Semester Program. For the past 3 months we have been immersed in rigorous study of great books, exercises in inner and social development, biodynamic food production, artistic creation, wilderness experiences, and so much more. We feel something real, vital, and full of promise for the future has been born.
Inspired by our progress, one of our supporters has offered us a $10,000 challenge grant to help us reach our fundraising goal for the semester. These funds are essential for us to complete our semester, take our next steps, and nourish the seed that has been planted. Can you help us meet this challenge grant? Can you help us model a new form of higher education that nurtures the deeper spiritual, social and practical needs of the next generation? More ...
Inspired by our progress, one of our supporters has offered us a $10,000 challenge grant to help us reach our fundraising goal for the semester. These funds are essential for us to complete our semester, take our next steps, and nourish the seed that has been planted. Can you help us meet this challenge grant? Can you help us model a new form of higher education that nurtures the deeper spiritual, social and practical needs of the next generation? More ...
