Voices of Transformation

“You make people better versions of themselves.”

“You reinforce the spirit of intellectualism by creating the space where different opinions can co-exist.”

“You asked us questions that no one here had ever asked us. You brought the personal into the professional in such powerful ways.”

“You always treated me with kindness and respect, you offered wise counsel during tough times, and you brought creative, smart, and fresh ideas to an aging intellectual and administrative infrastructure that really needed it.”

“Your creative energy is inspiring. You seem to know how to make the impossible possible.”

“You let me be me.”

“I feel that I have gained the confidence to take a leap of faith into this venture and I somehow feel that I can rely on Laura and many of her team leaders for support, if and when necessary.”

“I like to say, I visit Laura when I feel myself leaving my curious mind and heading into my anxious mind. It doesn't matter the topic Laura is approached with...She is vested in your success and doesn't just say it, she shows it.”

“Dr. Colket's leadership and educational styles are closely intertwined, leading and teaching by example, by collaboration, and by transformation.”

“I have felt so safe with you. I will never forget what you did for me, particularly at a time when I was struggling.”

“You made it so much easier for me. I will forever be grateful.”

“Dr. Colket is innovative and grounded in her values.”