Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff,
The tragic events of these past few weeks have resulted in profound personal and national grief and loss. Our country is grappling with how best to balance responsible law enforcement and public safety with care and justice in all communities affected by discrimination and violence. Many in the Colgate community seek support and reconciliation as they respond to these events.
Our values call on us to denounce any act of violence, especially those motivated by bias or hate. While putting our reactions into words may sometimes be difficult, it is important that we provide opportunity to react and respond.
In light of these difficult events, we encourage each of you to take care of yourselves and others in your communities. Many share the desire to help but may not know how. If you need support, in addition to your friends and loved ones, it is offered at the Counseling Center, the ALANA Cultural Center, LBGTQ Initiatives, the OUS office, and the Dean of the College Offices (McGregory, 1st Floor).
Our actions as a community will continue to include proactive measures aimed at acknowledging and addressing the ways bias operates in the Colgate community and our rights and responsibilities as community members. On campus, there are steps we all must take to establish an environment of safety and respect.
Bias, hate, and violence have no place in our nation or on our campus. We are committed to doing everything in our power to make our Colgate community a safe place for all our students, faculty, staff, and neighbors. Please join us in those efforts.
Brian W. Casey
President
Constance Harsh
Interim Dean of Faculty and Provost
Mark Thompson
Interim Vice President and Dean of the College
