He adds, “We know that 60 to 70 percent of jobs will require AI literacy. Our challenge is to integrate these tools responsibly, setting guardrails while ensuring students are prepared for the workplace of tomorrow.” Dr. Carey echoes the sentiment, noting that embracing change while maintaining values is part of Friends’ DNA. “We’re preparing students to lead in a world that’s evolving fast, but we’re grounding them in faith and character as they do it.” WELCOMING ALL THROUGH SHARED VALUES Perhaps what most distinguishes Friends University is its ability to embrace diversity within a shared Christian mission. “We’re very sincere about our faith and open to all people,” Stoltzfus says. “That combination of being faith-driven yet welcoming is powerful.” Dr. Carey agrees, noting that this inclusivity has long been part of the institution’s legacy. “We have a program called Friendship Fields for differently abled adults, college-age and older, who are here 77 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 11 FRIENDS UNIVERSITY
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