ON CAMPUS If you’ve been following the news regarding fraternity and sorority life, you know that on Jan. 29 Vice President for Student Affairs Amy Hecht and I announced significant policy changes designed to create a healthier campus community and produce safer, more responsible student behavior. I believe our students are beginning to fully understand the serious obligation they have to behave responsibly, and I hope this marks the beginning of a real culture shift on campus.
The President’s Advisory Panel on University Namings and Recognitions is diligently working to examine and make recommendations on current university policies concerning campus names and markers, including statues and other recognitions. In the coming weeks, the panel will seek input from all university constituencies through a series of Town Halls. Please watch your email for a list of dates and places for these forums. Your feedback is important to ensure that the panel can make a recommendation that is inclusive of the entire FSU community.
On a lighter note, we’re in the heart of the Opening Nights Performing Arts winter season — a world-class arts festival that really distinguishes us from other universities in the country. There are spectacular shows and performances being offered nearly every night during the month of February, and I hope you are able to catch a performance or two.
It’s a great time to be at Florida State University, and all of you play a big role in our success. I always enjoy reading the positive media attention you are generating for FSU, and I’m pleased to share some of those clips below.
Please continue sharing your news with me. I always look forward to hearing your ideas and feedback.
Sincerely,
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