Dear Colleagues,
We write to follow up on the experience of nearly 200 faculty and staff who shared their views during our May 12th forum on Our Mission, Our Values, Our Community. Our time together was filled with honest reflection, powerful storytelling, and thoughtful connection. We are grateful for the insights, deep engagement, and generosity of spirit of those who attended.
We’re excited to share two pieces that capture the heart of what emerged at the May gathering:- The summary report by Jen Mein describes what we heard throughout our time together, including key themes, quotes, and collective hopes for UMD’s future.
- The graphic recording by Viola Clark brings our conversations to life in visual form in a way that is full of truth, clarity, and inspiration.
This forum was part of a larger effort to align our mission and expressed values with who we are and where we’re headed. What was shared will shape how we plan our future and live into our purpose with clarity and care.
Whether or not you attended, please know that we are in the process of co-creating UMD's future. You will receive invitations to join our strategic planning efforts, which will begin in earnest in the fall.
We’re grateful for your voice, your vision, and how you show up for our campus community. Please reach out if you have thoughts, questions, or reflections you’d like to share moving forward.
With deep appreciation,
Charles Nies, Chancellor
Rebecca Ropers, Interim Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs |
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