Taking Stock: State of the University 1999-2004, Office of the President, University of Maryland

A Clear Direction

So in conclusion, we're doing quite all right. We've weathered some monumental changes in the last five years. Our nation went from being a top-of-the-world economy into a record setting recession, from a nation at peace to one at war on two fronts, from a nation that was secure and confident to one that suspects terrorists on every corner. Still, through all this turbulence, the university has moved smartly forward in every area. We have demonstrated that unrelenting, unforgiving and unapologetic determination required of a great university. That gives us confidence.

I thank you in advance for increasing your participation in partnerships, innovation and international programs. Our capacity to bring people together on common themes has been the characteristic of this university that has fueled our advancement.

In closing I thank you once again for your most polite attention to my thoughts and for your extraordinary contributions to this great place. I wish us all another most successful year.

Office of the President, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742