At the end of August of this year, following a long (45 years) and rewarding career as a college professor, I retired from my position of Professor of Engineering Psychology at the United States Military Academy. During my decades in higher education, I had the privilege of teaching and mentoring thousands of undergraduate students, engaged in a variety of stimulating research projects, and participated in a important community service for my institution and my profession. I could not have asked for a better career.

My decision to retire was not a quick one nor did I arrive at it without substantial thought. My work was a source of meaning and purpose in my life, and I knew that leaving that behind would be a challenge. I readily acknowledge and am grateful to have had a profession that was so rewarding and........

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