Dear Friends,
This fall, Maryville University came together and ushered in the 2021–22 academic year. With a strong COVID-19 plan in place, crafted by dozens of faculty and staff, a high vaccination rate among our community members and masks at the ready, we began a full collegiate experience once again.
I can say that thus far, students, faculty and staff have embraced being together, peer to peer, colleagues and friends, to provide another chapter of outstanding education within a robust Active Learning Ecosystem. I could not be more proud of this entire community than I am at this moment.
In this issue, you will read about some amazing accomplishments by students, faculty, staff and alumni here on campus and within the broader community. These are achievements that set Maryville University apart as the innovative leader in higher education with a profound commitment to community service, social justice and academic and athletic excellence. You will dive deep into the work of individuals who personify the collective mission and vision of this great University.
As we come out of the final phase of this global pandemic, we remain grateful for our strong community. Thank you to our health care heroes on the front line, our teachers and first responders who answered a difficult call, our service workers who kept the faith and our faculty who pivoted their pedagogy in creative and insightful ways to deliver excellent education to all of our nearly 11,000 students.
Ultimately, Maryville is leading a revolution in higher education, and we want you to join that effort as we provide greater access and opportunity for students both young and old. Moving forward, we celebrate 150 years of excellence as we look ever forward to decades of future achievement.
Your support and engagement are essential in our march toward revolutionary achievement. Thank you for all that you do to support our students and their learning journeys. Be safe and healthy as we emerge from this pandemic.
Warmest regards,