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Dear University Community,  Yesterday afternoon, I had the privilege of meeting with a number of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students during the annual president’s mental health town hall in the Student Union. During the event, we discussed a variety of stress management techniques and coping skills, our wellness team shared available resources, and – perhaps most importantly – we checked in on one another. It…

Dear University Community, We’re now a month into the spring semester at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. And as our university moves through the paces of the academic term, we do so with a mix of routine and remembrance while navigating the Rebel Recovery process together. There are many aspects of this process and all are important. On Feb. 27, I’ll host a mental health town hall for students from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the…

Anyone who needs to retrieve items that were left in classrooms or public spaces on campus during the 12/6 incident should complete this simple online University Policy Services Property Retrieval Form. Once the form is submitted, we will check for the missing item(s) and be in touch to let the form submitter know if the item(s) are available and, if so, we'll schedule a date/time to pick up the…

Dear 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Community, Thank you all for your continued resilience and fortitude as we have moved into this spring semester. I am so proud of how our university community has rallied together to support one another, continuing our important mission while being mindful of the unique path to recovery for everyone. I know some are still struggling, and I continue to emphasize that we have…

Dear Colleagues, As we begin the spring semester at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ this week, I know that it will be unlike any we’ve experienced as a university. We look forward to getting back to our core mission of educating students and continuing the important and urgent work that 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ contributes to our community and state. But we can’t ignore the fact that we are, both individually and collectively, still…

Dear Colleagues,  The spring semester at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ is just a few days away, and I want to thank you all for your attendance and participation in Tuesday’s All Hands Meeting and your continued dedication and commitment to our students and to this great university.  The start of any new semester is met with a mix of excitement and anxiety – and that will certainly be the case this…

Dear Students, Next week, as we begin the spring semester, many of you will return to the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ campus for the first time since Dec. 6. I know that this semester will be unlike any we’ve experienced as a university, as we individually and collectively process last month’s tragedy and continue our recovery together. I also understand that this process is different for everyone. We will heal as…

Hello colleagues, As we prepare for the spring semester, we understand that recovery will be difficult for many who are processing the traumatic events of December 6. To help support the recovery process, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider ComPsych will offer in-person counseling sessions and virtual webinars in January and February. Sessions are free and open to all 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ employees.…

Dear Colleagues,  On Monday, faculty and staff will begin to return to 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s campus – many for the first time in almost a month.  The process of recovery from last month’s tragedy is unique for everyone at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. But one thing I’ve learned from my interactions, and from the stories I’ve heard from colleagues and students, is that our university community rallies around one another…

Dear Colleagues,  Next week, many faculty and staff will return to campus in preparation for the spring semester, which begins on Jan. 16. We know it will be unlike any other we’ve experienced as a university, as we continue to individually and collectively process the tragedy that occurred on our campus just a month ago.  Though the return to campus will come with complex emotions,…

  Dear Colleagues, As we prepare to embark on a new semester following the tragic events of Dec. 6, we would like to update you on the steps we are taking to both address the aftermath and enhance safety and well-being for our university community. First and foremost, our thoughts and support continue to be with the victims and their families. We will continue to honor their memory and…

Most campus buildings remain closed at this time. Faculty and staff with appropriate access credentials (proximity cards, keys) may access most facilities, with the exception of Beam Hall and facilities under repair. Faculty and Staff should contact department chairs or unit managers to determine access. Students who need assistance accessing a campus building to retrieve personal belongings are…