This publication contains evidence of the transformation of Villa Maria College students through the exploration of ideas, processes, diligence, and inquiry that are manifested as expressions of creativity and true self. The mind navigates an untraveled path when guided by education, combined with the chemistry of peers and faculty. The expansion of opportunities results in an explosion of interpretations with seemingly limitless outcomes, unforeseen solutions, and advanced potential for every student. Higher education provides a proverbial safe container within which students are expected to push the limits of expression while testing the tolerances of originality and effectiveness. Imparting new skills and knowledge mutates the thought process to raise individual standards, achieve unexpected heights, and reveal immeasurable possibilities. This 2014 edition of SKALD is a representation of collaborating to exceed pre-conceived boundaries, and thinking critically and beyond.
