Writings & Remarks

Given the increasing complexity of the higher education policy landscape in recent weeks, I want to assure you that we are closely monitoring developments and will provide periodic updates to the community through forums such as SGA, Faculty Meetings, and Staff Assembly.

The past month gave me time to rest, recharge, and prepare for the spring semester, and I hope you had the same opportunity.

In conjunction with this year’s observance of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., I’m reminded of a quote attributed to the iconic civil rights leader:

Sending season’s greetings to all of you on this cold winter’s day. 

I came across this quote the other day from American essayist and writer James Baldwin

Late last week, Chief of Staff and Secretary to the Board of Trustees Gill King informed me of her plans to retire effective December 31.

Tuesday, Nov. 5, is Election Day! 

As we approach Election Day this Tuesday, Nov. 5, I want to remind those who have not voted, and are registered to vote in Clinton, that there will be a regular shuttle taking people to the polling site at Kirkland Town Hall, approximately four minutes away.

As you may be aware, on Thursday evening, October 10th, the Crossroads community mural project was vandalized.

I’ve had many conversations with students, faculty and staff and understand that this is a difficult and emotion-filled week. We are also in the midst of midterm