Update on External Consultants for Community Equity
Beyond Racial Equity is supported by a team of consultants with specific expertise in areas of anti-racism, anti-oppression, and equity in higher education.
Sad News about Former Faculty and Staff Member Pete Chvany
The College is saddened to share that former longtime faculty member, staff, and coach Pete Chvany passed away on September 7. Pete served the College in a variety of roles for more than 20 years.
Announcement Regarding Dr. Michaele Whelan
After more than eight years of exceptional leadership, Michaele Whelan, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, will be leaving Emerson in November to transition to the presidency of Wheaton College in Norton, Massachusetts, beginning January 1.
Search for VP of Equity and Social Justice; Enhancing Support of Diversity, Financial Aid
Given the extended timeline for the presidential search, it has become apparent that we should move forward at this time to seek new permanent leadership for justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Emerson College Faculty Announcement
As a world, a nation, and a College community, we have navigated a very challenging and, for many families and individuals, a devastating year filled with personal loss
Update on Social Justice Center Leadership
I am writing to share with you an update on the Social Justice Center (SJC) in advance of Sylvia Spears’ departure to College Unbound in Rhode Island.
Honoring Juneteenth: A Message from Interim President Bill Gilligan
I am inspired by the possibilities of what the Emerson community can achieve together, if we—as Dr. Spears calls upon us to do—reflect, learn, and take action to liberate ourselves from the pernicious practices and beliefs that oppress Black and Brown people.
Today’s Events, a New Year
Today, as I watched with a heart made heavy by the astonishing events unfolding in the nation’s capital this afternoon, I was reminded of what Elijah Cummings, chair of the House Oversight Committee said at a Committee hearing, one year and one month ago.
Letter from the President: Election Day
Election Day is less than two weeks away.
Three Voluntary Early Retirements
These senior administrators account for a combined seventy-seven years of service to Emerson College.