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Update on Fall 2021

Dear Oglethorpe Community: We are excited to begin the Fall 2021 semester and ready to welcome our new and returning Petrels! As many of you know, we continue to adapt our return-to-campus planning based on the changing nature of the COVID-19 pandemic. Fundamental to our decision-making is our commitment to maintaining the health and well-being […]

A Message to the Oglethorpe Community

Dear Oglethorpe Community,  Almost a year ago, the murder of George Floyd sparked an intense period of increased awareness and discussion about the crisis of race-based, specifically anti-Black, violence in America. We are still in a period of turmoil, as evidenced by the recent killings of Adam Toledo and Daunte Wright and the palpable tensions […]

Return to Campus in Fall 2021

Dear Oglethorpe Community, As we near the mid-semester mark, I continue to be inspired by the commitment and ingenuity of our community. I am writing to share updates about our institutional plans and preparations for the coming academic terms. As vaccinations continue to be dispersed and transmission rates slowly decline, we are planning for a full […]

Response to tragic events in Atlanta on March 16

The following statement was issued by Oglethorpe University President Nick Ladany on March 17, 2021 in response to the tragic shootings in Atlanta on the previous day: I am heartbroken by the horrific murders that occurred yesterday in Atlanta. This tragedy underscores the alarming rise in violence against Asian and Asian American communities since the […]

Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Laura Renée Chandler, PhD

Dear Oglethorpe Community, It is my great pleasure to introduce Laura Renée Chandler, PhD, who has accepted our offer to become Oglethorpe’s inaugural Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. She will join Oglethorpe’s senior administrative leadership team on March 5th. In this role, Dr. Chandler will lead the strategic discussion advancing diversity, equity, and […]

Power of Democracy

Dear Oglethorpe Students, For the last month, our great state of Georgia was thrust into the national spotlight as we prepared for the Senate runoff elections. Georgians took to the polls and demonstrated the immense power of democracy in action. Whatever your political affiliation, the results of the runoff elections illustrate the considerable impact of […]

Election Results & Community Support

Dear Oglethorpe Students, I know many of you are following the returns from last night’s elections. Although we don’t know the outcome of the presidential election, I recognize that today brings feelings of uncertainty. I am so proud of our community’s many efforts to support the democratic process. We thank Dr. Kate Keib and her students, who […]

Update on Spring 2021

Dear Oglethorpe Community: I know this semester has been unlike any other, and I want to continue to commend your creativity and perseverance as we navigate these new challenges. Dean Hall and the dedicated members of the COVID-19 Task Force, in collaboration with our thoughtful students, faculty, and staff, have done a remarkable job keeping our […]

In Support of Voting

Dear Petrels, Our Oglethorpe community has a rich history of civic engagement. This election season, it is critically important for all of us to engage in dialogue and action in support of voting and civic participation. While we are exploring more permanent options to support voting, this year the President’s Cabinet encourages all eligible members of the university community to vote on or […]

Fostering Inclusive Classroom Engagement

Dear Oglethorpe Community, The college campus is a place where people from diverse backgrounds come together to grow in knowledge and experience, preparing them for the broader world awaiting them. Classrooms, whether physical environments or remote learning spaces, are most fundamentally places where ideas should be freely and safely exchanged. Part of our mission is […]