Tomorrow is Election Day, and many of you have already cast your ballots or made plans to vote in person. This is an exciting time to practice our civic responsibilities, yet it is also a time… Read moreBeing leaders on Election Day and every day
Earlier this year, I reflected on the final phrase in our university’s mission statement: responsible citizenship in a global society. At Central Michigan University, we are committed to being leaders and changemakers in our communities. Every… Read moreMake a plan to vote
Dear neighbors and friends, Central Michigan University is proud to call the city of Mount Pleasant home. For 128 years, our students, faculty and staff have lived, learned and worked here; some have been lifelong residents… Read moreAn open letter to the Mount Pleasant community
As the son of a historian, I often find it reassuring in turbulent times to look to the past to see how others have navigated challenging circumstances. I find this quote from automaker and entrepreneur Henry… Read moreLooking back, looking forward
“At Central Michigan University, we are a community committed to the pursuit of knowledge, wisdom, discovery and creativity. We provide student-centered education and foster personal and intellectual growth to prepare students for productive careers, meaningful lives… Read moreOur mission: responsible citizens
Last week I traveled to New Mexico with our football team. We were accompanied by more than 400 students from the Marching Chips; our cheer team; dance team; and sports medicine, communications, multimedia, and photography, and… Read moreAthletics and our university mission, vision and values