The faithful's praise

"So, you understand now?" Will looked at Cohog, "Many schools of thought are not meaningless; they just require time and resources."

"Hmm..." Cohog nodded, "So, how should the resources be allocated?"

Will smiled—he was fairly familiar with the sources of resources and funding standards for academic research.

"It's very simple. Establish resource allocation standards for Magical University, with resources allocated largely based on the performance of each school of thought."

First, there are many standards. We can use peer review, Ministry of Magic policy priorities, actual output and reputation, and other factors to comprehensively evaluate performance.

You should understand peer review. Taking Potions as an example, in the England, if you want to obtain resources, you need a comprehensive review from some peers.

For example, Professor Slughorn; the Potions project can hardly bypass him.

Then there's actual output and reputation.

Breakthroughs in Magic research, publishing papers, and nurturing outstanding students can all enhance a professor's 'reputation'.

Next comes the official ethics and confidentiality review.

For example, research into Dark Magic and dangerous Magic must be strictly reviewed.

Researchers are required to sign confidentiality agreements, which restrict publication, and may even involve Auror monitoring their work. They can receive payment, but their freedom is limited.

The most important thing is to look at everyone's results, to see if they have any new spells, new Potions, or new Magic items.

Whether there are breakthroughs in Magical Theory or not, as long as it benefits the Wizarding World, it's acceptable.

As for the source of funding...

The International Confederation of Wizards, national Ministry of Magic, boards of directors of Magical University, school assets and profits from related products, Gringotts, and Magic corporations are all options.

Will finished speaking in one breath, but Cohog was completely confused—he felt that Mr. Behrens ' thinking was a bit too advanced.

"This..."

Will smiled and said, "If you don't understand, we can continue discussing this later. This is of utmost importance to the Magical University."

I hope that the scholars at the Magical University will make even greater contributions to the Wizarding World.

Will was telling the truth; he hoped that the entire Wizarding World would be filled with an atmosphere that revered knowledge and constantly pushed boundaries.

After all, given his status and position at that time, he would be able to learn from the latest advancements in Magic within the Wizarding World, meaning he would also benefit from them.

He can then conduct his own research while waiting to learn new knowledge.

Cohog nodded. "Well, Mr. Behrens, I think I understand. You mean... Magical University shouldn't just be another Hogwarts or Ilvermorny."

I will try to understand and learn these things.

"Correct." Will nodded slightly. "Hogwarts teaches 'how to Magic Ilvermorny, ' while Magical University should teach 'why Magic works the way it does.'"

The Magical University is there to explore the essence of Magic and advance Magic progress.

Cohog nodded thoughtfully.

"As for specific disciplines, we'll discuss that later. It does require further subdivision. That's all for today."

However, I already have some ideas, and I'll write to you later.

Cohog respectfully rose to see Will, Will immediately Apparition and left for Louisiana.

Will arrived a few days early because he wanted to check on the believers' condition and the overall situation there.

In the cold wind, Will looked at a Gothic Revival church, a brick and stone structure with a soaring spire. The entire church was enormous.

Many people come to this church every morning.

On ordinary days, believers mostly wear normal Muggle clothing when they enter the church to worship.

Will concealed himself and entered the church.

The pastor on the Lectern is preaching. "The great Wizard God does not belong to this era, but he can travel through time and space."

The great God will bless us in the right time. He will grant us strength, wisdom, health, and a brand new life.

Praise be to the great Wizard God, praise be to the noble deity favored by Magic, praise be to the one and only great being in this world...

The believers chanted in unison, their voices filled with piety and longing. "Praise be to the great Wizard God, praise be to the noble deity favored by Magic, praise be to the one and only great being in this world!"

They chanted the mantra over and over again, their voices growing louder and louder, Will received a notification from the system.

[Many people admire you, Charisma Experience +1]

[Many people admire you, Charisma Experience +1]

Will nodded – that's not bad; his Charisma might very well reach LV7 by the beginning of the year.

"Cough cough--" Several believers coughed.

That's normal, since it's very cold now, and older believers with poor health are prone to coughing.

Will waved his finger.

Almost everyone saw a faint silver light wave spread out from mid-air, sweeping over every believer.

This isn't powerful Magic, just Will's Patronus Charm, which in this case brings warmth and Joy.

For these devout believers, this feeling is enough to convince them that they have truly received the blessing of "God".

Furthermore, Will also helped several sick believers recover their health and cast the Felix Charm on everyone.

"I... I'm better?" An elderly believer coughed halfway through his cough and was astonished to find that he no longer felt unwell.

"Praise be to the great Wizard God!" he cried out.

A commotion erupted inside the church—many people noticed that their bodies felt much better than before, and their senses were sharper.

One by one, they began to pray with gratitude, loudly giving thanks for the blessings of the Wizard God.

Except for a guy in the corner of the church, who also caught Will's attention...