Campus Communications

Required Adherence to Spring Break Assignments and Deadlines

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

As we approach the midpoint of the semester, I am writing to remind you that the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar designates March 2-6, 2026, as Spring Break. To honor this, please review your syllabi to ensure there are no assignments, major projects or exams scheduled during or immediately following the break. While I will issue a reminder in the fall semester, please be reminded that this expectation applies to both the Spring and Fall Breaks.

Undergraduate Tuition and Fees for Academic Year 2026-27

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Each year, the university undertakes a disciplined review of its cost structure to inform tuition, fees and living expenses for the upcoming academic year. This analysis considers operating needs, inflation and market conditions, aiming to balance the university's financial stability with our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our community and maintaining our high academic standards.

Important Updates and Resources for the Spring Semester

Monday, January 12, 2026

Welcome back and Happy New Year! As we begin the spring 2026 semester, I am pleased to share essential action items for faculty, resources for student support and key university updates.

Faculty Professional Development: Supporting Student Well-Being

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

We are writing to share an important update regarding student mental health and well-being — a commitment central to our mission as a teaching and research community, as underscored by the recent launch of the Presidential Advisory Board on Student Well-Being, Mental Health and the Academic Experience.

Announcing the Dr. William D. and Nancy W. Strecker Dean of the College of Engi…

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Burcu Akinci as the next Dr. William D. and Nancy W. Strecker Dean of the College of Engineering. Dr. Akinci, currently the head of the college’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, will assume her role as dean on January 1, 2026. This appointment follows a comprehensive national search and the enthusiastic recommendation of the search committee, whose service throughout this process was invaluable.

Launching the Global Search for the Dean of the Tepper School of Business

Friday, October 24, 2025

I am pleased to officially announce the global search for the next dean of the Tepper School of Business. As I shared in my recent announcement, Dean Isabelle Bajeux-Besnainou has decided to step down at the conclusion of the 2025–2026 academic year.