Office of the Dean of Students
Dear OSU students,
Today, the world will bear witness to the inauguration of the next U.S. President. Regardless of anyone’s political views, we recognize the past few months have been challenging and unsettling for many members of the OSU community. Recognizing this uneasiness may be unsettling. And while uncertainty may be present with any change, let’s continue to embrace and hold true to the University’s core values.
OSU’s policies on Freedom of Expression are pivotal to our community’s commitment to inclusivity and being open to differences in opinion that can be discussed openly and safely. Meanwhile, demonstrating respect for one another is what we each must continue to do.
Throughout this week, there will be a host of events in which you can engage and be in community as we celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
If assistance is needed, whether it is inauguration related or not, we encourage you to connect with various resources in the OSU community that are here to support you and your safety and concerns:
Sincerely,
Kevin A. Dougherty, Ed.D.
Associate Vice Provost & Dean of Students
Oregon State University
Office of the Dean of Students
206 Student Experience Center, Corvallis, Oregon, 97331
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