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Tiger Tales - February 2023 Issue

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Published February 11, 2023

Albert BryanCommencement Speaker Announced

Â鶹´«Ã½ is proud to announce that Albert Bryan Jr., class of 1989 and governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands, has agreed to present the keynote address at the 173rd Commencement exercises scheduled for Saturday, May 13, in picturesque Commencement Hollow. The announcement came during the 100 Days 'Til Graduation event, which took place Feb. 2, in Founders Pub inside the Benham-Pence Student Center.


Â鶹´«Ã½ Students at TableCelebrating Diversity

Throughout January and February, the University has been celebrating the life, legacy, and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a series of events presented by members of the faculty and sponsored by Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s Diversity Advisory Committee. January events included a hip-hop performance, science symposium, and various lectures. Information about February events can be found here.


Â鶹´«Ã½ Series GraphicArts & Humanities

Â鶹´«Ã½ will offer a special spring session of talks and performances as part of its Â鶹´«Ã½ Series programming. Following a two-year hiatus, the Series will welcome successful Hollywood producer Lauren Schmidt Hissrich ’00; environmental historian Matthew Morse Booker of the National Humanities Center; and Grammy Award-winning quartet Third Coast Percussion. All Â鶹´«Ã½ Series events are free and open to the public.


Blair HallRecognized for National Excellence

The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation recently announced that Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s department of education was one of 55 providers from 28 states and the United Arab Emirates to receive accreditation for their educator preparation programs in 2022. Â鶹´«Ã½ was among four Ohio schools to receive the accreditation.


Valentine's Day CardHappy Valentine's Day!

It’s not too late to download specially designed graphics and printables for Valentine’s Day, courtesy of the Â鶹´«Ã½ Alumni Association. Created by Claudia Rieth, class of 2020, the Valentines feature illustrated images of Ezry the Tiger, with options for individual cards and sets of six.

Commit to Witt Countdown

Join the entire Â鶹´«Ã½ community for 1845 Minutes of Giving during Commit to Witt on March 14-15! Show your commitment to a better, stronger Â鶹´«Ã½ by offering a challenge gift or participating in the annual University-wide celebration of Tigers worldwide.

Here are ways to engage during our #Commit2Witt Celebration:

  • by February 19 to receive your Ambassador Swag Pack.
  • and multiply your impact by donating to the challenge fund of your choice.
  • to show your Tiger pride.

By working together, we can support the people, the place, and the present of Â鶹´«Ã½ for generations to come. We can't do it without you. Thank you for sharing your Tiger pride!


Opportunity for Engagement

Alumni Association LogoThe Alumni Association Board is seeking interested candidates who are proven leaders, have demonstrated service to the alumni population, are experienced in working in a collaborative environment, and are committed to serving as Â鶹´«Ã½ ambassadors in their communities. Find out more information, and submit a nomination for yourself or a fellow alumnus/a by March 10, 2023.

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