“Normalizing the Unknown for First-Gen Students” by President Ladany (Inside Higher Ed)

“Normalizing the Unknown for First-Gen Students” by President Ladany (Inside Higher Ed)

Read the full op-ed on Inside Higher Ed’s website Higher ed institutions must reassure first-generation students that it’s OK not to have all the answers, writes Nick Ladany, a first-gen student who became a university president. By Nick LadanyPublished July 28, 2022 I was the first in my family to go to college. The oldest […]

AJC publishes op-ed by President Ladany: “Campus mental health crisis is real”

Read full op-ed in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Opinion by Nick Ladany We’re facing a mental health crisis, and it’s going to get worse before it gets better. The U.S. Surgeon General in December issued an advisory on the mental health emergency among children, adolescents and young adults that was exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. A […]

President’s Leadership Institute Inaugural Cohort Announced

The President’s Leadership Institute, established by the Office of the President in 2022, is a new year-long professional development opportunity for Oglethorpe faculty and staff. Participants will explore the world of higher education, while gaining valuable, transferable leadership skills. “At Oglethorpe, all of our faculty and staff are leaders and the PLI is aimed at […]

President Nick Ladany named to Leadership Atlanta Class of 2023

Oglethorpe University President Nick Ladany is among community leaders named to the Leadership Atlanta’s Class of 2023. Each year, approximately 80 established leaders representing a broad cross-section of metro Atlanta are selected to participate. Leadership Atlanta is designed to propel established leaders to the next level in their service to the community. The program provides […]

President’s Leadership Institute for Faculty and Staff Announced

President Nick Ladany has announced a new President’s Leadership Institute (PLI) for Oglethorpe University staff and faculty that will focus on “Preparing OU’s Leaders for the Future.” The PLI is an exciting opportunity for participants to explore the world of higher education and gain valuable, transferable leadership skills. Through this unique professional development opportunity for […]

Death of Emeritus Trustee John Scalley

On Tuesday we received the sad news that Emeritus Trustee John “Jack” J. Scalley passed away on January 21, 2022. Please join me in keeping his wife, Judy, and their family in your thoughts and prayers. Jack joined the Genuine Parts Company in 1951, rising to the role of Executive Vice President of Genuine Parts […]

Start of the Spring Semester

Dear Stormy Petrels,  Welcome to the first day of classes for the spring semester! The faculty and staff value your presence in our community, and we are eager to witness all your successes throughout your academic journey! Throughout the pandemic, we have operated under two guiding principles: (1) health and safety of our campus community […]

President Ladany issues letter in support of DACA

Ms. Samantha DeshommesChief, Regulatory Coordination DivisionOffice of Policy and StrategyU.S. Citizenship and Immigration ServicesDepartment of Homeland Security5900 Capital Gateway DriveCamp Springs, MD 20746 Re: DHS Docket No 2021-0006, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Dear Ms. Deshommes: As the President of Oglethorpe University, I submit this comment letter in response to the U.S. Department of Homeland […]

Happy Thanksgiving

Dear Students, The Thanksgiving holiday offers an opportunity to reflect on the many things for which we are thankful. The pandemic has also reminded us of the value of being with family and friends and serving one another in our communities. This year, we are particularly thankful for how we have been embraced by all […]

A Message to Parents and Families

Dear Stormy Petrel Parents and Families, I am excited to welcome you and your student to a new academic year at Oglethorpe University, and grateful that you have chosen to be part of this diverse and supportive community!   The start of the semester is a time of renewal and promise. Throughout this first week of […]