You have to be an effective communicator, have a deep understanding of the complexity of a university this size, you should believe in shared governance, understand the academic mission of the university and have strong ethics.

The industry is so much farther ahead in (its) understanding than anything going on in a university.

We are losing the ability to understand anything that's even vaguely complex.

Otherwise, I think there will be a big, huge strike. The people are understanding. The people are aware of what's going on. It will be huge.

The search committee was impressed with Bill's breadth of knowledge and understanding of the university-government relationship. His interests in research, innovation and science and technology will be great assets to MIT in Washington. We all look forward to working with him.

Simplicity is a bliss that makes one comprehend.