Dear Friends,
The world is a vastly different place than it was when we issued the previous edition of the magazine. Things have changed in ways that most of us never expected. We鈥檝e witnessed the frightening spread of a global pandemic that has affected nations around the world and touched our campus in the worst way, but at the same time, we鈥檝e also beheld humanity and decency at their best.
I鈥檓 writing this missive at a moment that can only be described in one word: uncertainty. Our state鈥檚 residents are currently sheltering in place, businesses are closed, K-12 schools continue online and we hold our collective breath as we monitor the data and watch the viral spread. There鈥檚 no denying that this is a troublesome time for all of us.
But at the same time, I鈥檓 heartened by the things that I see taking place across our University. From the response of our faculty members, who quickly shifted 5,000 course sections to distance education platforms this spring, to the creative and caring students who used their tools and talents to help front-line workers in health care settings, Broncos are showing the grit, determination and adaptability that are most needed when the world doesn鈥檛 make sense.
Rocked by calamity, tested by tragedy, through it all, the 蜜桃社区 Michigan University family continues to display true humanity and courage. I hope that the stories you鈥檒l read throughout this issue will remind you of what鈥檚 best and most enduring about our beloved University鈥攊ts people.
Thank you for continuing to stand strong with us, for being part of our worldwide community, and joining us in proving that no matter the obstacle, that Broncos are prepared to go the distance.