2012-13

Colleagues:

If you have attended any of the open forums I host regularly or read my periodic campus updates, you know my firm belief that communicating about our work with our colleagues is one of the most important responsibilities each of us has. Whether it’s with colleagues in our immediate office or between divisions and/or schools, the timing and method by which we share information often are critical factors in determining the success of a program or initiative.

[As prepared for delivery]

On behalf UC Merced students, faculty, and staff, I want to again thank the remarkable individuals recognized tonight with Founders Day medals.

The “can do” spirit you’ve demonstrated over the years is woven deeply into the fabric of this campus. And this gives me great hope that we can continue to surmount whatever challenges come our way as we strive to become the community and regional asset you envisioned and the world’s next great public research university.