The concept of the BANI World was proposed by Jamais Cascio in 2018 and further refined in 2020 to describe four major characteristics of future society: Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, and Incomprehensible. Compared to the previous VUCA ( Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and A mbiguity) World, the BANI World more accurately depicts the increasingly complex and volatile global situation and trends. "Brittle" refers to social systems being more susceptible to shocks and damage, often accompanied by the risk of sudden collapse.
The sudden termination of the NSF grant left our PROCESS program without funding, emphasizing the fragility of support for educational initiatives aimed at underrepresented students.
The school officially launches next fall with new degree programs linked to its formation, showcasing Clark's long-standing commitment to climate action and sustainability.