I was recently invited to be a guest speaker for a class in our educational leadership program and again for a class in our philosophy program. During my discussion with students, I was asked what books… Read morePreparing graduates with “Range”
“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: Prepare students for productive careers
This summer, as our nation was reeling from the senseless killings of several Black men and women, the very highest level of our university’s administration made a promise: CMU will serve as a leader in the… Read moreBecoming Antiracist
As we prepare to welcome you back to campus this fall, I’d like to ask for your help in making the 2020-21 academic year the best ever at CMU. During your time on campus, you’ve likely… Read moreFired up for your return to CMU
This op-ed appeared in the Detroit News Saturday, April 18, 2020 COVID-19 has changed everything about our daily routines for learning, working and living. It has hit Michigan particularly hard: We have lost thousands of lives,… Read moreOur plan to help students in unprecedented times
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
In just a few days, nearly 3,000 students will complete their educational journey at Central Michigan University. Commencement is an incredible achievement — the culmination of many years of late nights, long days and a lot… Read moreCountdown to commencement and happy holidays
As we prepare to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, I thought I’d share a few of the things I feel most thankful for this year. I am thankful for the wonderful experiences CMU is providing my daughter…. Read moreA Thanksgiving message to the university community