We welcomed back Col.Ed Hubbard, USAF Ret., back to Ottawa University and the David C. Owen Leadership Institute Speaker Series, to share his experience as a POW during the Vietnam War with the current student body. Col. Hubbard is an author, artist, and internationally known speaker, and is dedicated to helping others overcome any obstacle, handle any ordeal, and reach any goal by developing the correct state of mind. Building upon his adverse experiences during more than six and one-half years of captivity in North Vietnam, Ed conveys a positive message for personal growth. After hearing his presentation, you will feel good about your country, yourself, and your own ability. Ed culminated a twenty-eight-year, active duty, military career in August, 1990, of which almost 25%(six years, seven months, and 12 days) were spent as a prisoner of war. It was an experience that truly changed his life, and as a result, the lives of countless others. Following his release from prison in 1973, Ed completed five college degrees in seven years, in his spare time and at night. In 1985, Ed began motivational speaking. Following his Air Force retirement in 1990, Ed formed Positive Vectors, Inc., to share the lessons he learned during captivity and authenticated by his Air Force results. Since, he has spoken to thousands of members of corporate America, government agencies, and non-profit groups. Ed’s desire to change the attitudes of individuals through a better understanding of true, human potential remains his number one goal in life. Today, Ed is an acknowledged motivational speaker, management consultant, artist, and author. His book, “Escape from the Box: The wonder of Human Potential,” was published in January, 1994.