My first year at Rutgers University I tried many courses and things. One experience I will never forget was a no credit course I took with the Army ROTC. I cut my hair, wore fatigues, learned about military science and organization and participated in a field training exercise located at Ft. Dix, NJ. Here is where I had my first lesson on leadership thanks to Captain John Gray, the ROTC instructor. After a long day of rope bridges, shooting the M16, hiking with 40 pounds of gear, eating MREs, our group of 50 students was very tired and wet. As we entered the mess hall, I saw Captain Gray standing at the front of the line. He greeted us with a warm smile and a plate. Captain Gray stood there patiently and waited for all of us to grab our food before he got served. I was hungry and was one of the first ones to eat. I wasn't waiting for anyone. As I went for seconds, Captain Gray was still standing in the same place handing out plates. Ho...
Ideas on learning, leading and life from a curious educator and servant leader.