Presidential statements on global issues
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Dear students, faculty, and staff,
As we embark on an exciting fall semester—my first here at the University of Minnesota—my energy and enthusiasm for what we can accomplish together grows by the minute.
I am writing to you today to help set expectations for when the University community should expect to hear—and not hear—from me. University presidents around the country are often called on to issue public statements in response to a wide range of global issues—from natural disasters and armed conflicts overseas, to international health outbreaks and political elections. Like many of you, I have strong personal feelings and opinions on many of these issues, and a deep sense of empathy for those, near and far, who suffer as a result of these events.
Originally published: September 5, 2024
Author: Rebecca Cunningham
Position: President
Institution: University of Minnesota
Published by: President's Office