For more than a century, Thomas College has prepared young people for careers in business, technology and education. Its graduates epitomize the self-reliance, hard work and pragmatism that form the bedrock of New England and our nation. The impact of thousands of Thomas graduates on the regional economy has been, and continues to be, substantial. Our students go on to become business leaders, community volunteers and mentors of youth.

In order to guarantee the future of Thomas and those we serve, the College is embarking upon a strategic strengthening of all institutional aspects. This entails expanding and improving facilities, increasing the endowment to provide more student financial aid, and building the annual fund. The means for achieving these ends is a capital fund-raising campaign called The Thomas Challenge: Guaranteeing the Future.

The success of this campaign will result in exemplary new assets for our students and the community. It is an effort worthy of our past, consistent with our present and inspirational for our future.

This is our challenge. In meeting it, each of us can make a difference. I thank you in advance for your enthusiasm, commitment and financial support. Our College, our community and New England will be a better place to live and work thanks to your generosity.

George R. Spann
President