Here we go!

My name is Dan Custer and I’m very excited to be on this journey with some amazing Messiah College faculty, staff, and students! Before we officially hit the road tomorrow morning, I wanted to introduce myself. I’m a 2009 graduate of Messiah College in Biblical and Religious Studies and Adventure Education. I’m currently working on my M.A. in Higher Education from Messiah while also working in the Development Office.

I’m humbled by the journey ahead. In some ways, I feel as though I’m the least qualified to embark on this journey. My ignorance is quite embarrassing. On the other hand, this trip will by design wake me to the harsh reality of life (past, present, and unfortunately future), so perhaps I’m right where God wants me.

My motivation is simple. I’m continually saddened by the fact that others have not been afforded the privileges I assumed inherent to life. If I am to truly love God and love my neighbors, then I must become more intentional about my response to inequality in society.

My specific area of interest is higher education. Thus, in addition to finding my personal “voice” in the conversation, I hope to utilize this time to understand inequality in the college and university setting and unpack ways in which institutions must respond, especially in an increasingly budget-strapped context.

I hope you’ll join this journey vicariously through this blog. Please also pray for our safety when traveling and for wisdom and patience as we inevitably experience cognitive dissonance.

Get ready, because the journey starts in less than 5 hours!

Dan

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