The theme for 2015 is Exploring the Rich and Relevant Values of World Culture. We look forward to your participation in the variety of programs being scheduled to explore this theme. At our first seminar January 17th, an introduction to concepts and topics illustrating world culture will be offered. Topics on all sources of human culture – artistic, literary, philosophical, scientific, sociological, economic, environmental and political will be explored. A review of the ten aims expressed in our Declaration of Interdependence could offer insights into the constitutive values of an emerging world culture. In this time of disturbance and great suffering throughout the world, the Institute can be a calm center of humanitarian thought and constructive vision. The proposition that ideas can change the world is more evident than cursory news may indicate.