Welcome to our annual Faculty Recognition event, an especially significant moment when we acknowledge and honor exceptional achievements of our faculty members.
I am so grateful that we can take the time to gather and recognize the amazing work of our colleagues.
These individuals are setting the standard of excellence at Oakland University.
These individuals are role models for their commitment, passion and achievements.
It is the work and leadership of these individuals that drive our university to continue to excel and always pursue excellence in teaching, research and scholarship, and community engagement.
It is the work of these distinguished faculty members that is distinguishing Oakland
Since March of 2020, we have invented a “virtual campus community.” We did what was necessary to make sure our campus was safe and healthy….but now, as we return to an in-person community, we are reminded of the deep personal connection and common purpose we shared.
Please take a moment to appreciate the people of our campus community…
…the people who support our great university….
…the people who reflect the highest ideals of Oakland University… the values of integrity, respect, compassion, inclusivity, collaboration, curiosity, creativity and stewardship.
The faculty who we honor and recognize today represent intellectual diversity, teaching excellence, and research brilliance that has a significant impact on our communities…
Their unique talents and contributions represent the backbone of Oakland’s great academic
Those we recognize today give us many reasons to be so optimistic about our future.
On behalf of Oakland University, I extend my gratitude for your dedication and inspiring all of us to reach higher.
We are so deeply appreciative of your talents, and we rightly recognize you today.
