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Dear faculty and staff,

As we close out the 2021-22 academic year, I can’t help but marvel at the extraordinary vibrancy of campus life. Faculty, staff, and students alike overcame the constraints of the pandemic and took on this academic year with gusto as evidenced by the energy and significant achievements. You should take great pride in delivering another successful year in the history of our university!

A simple “thank you” is not sufficient for your incredible efforts that form the backbone of our university’s success. Our standard is nothing less than sustained excellence. We can only meet and exceed that standard because of the talent, dedication, and hard work of our people, coupled with the caring and personal approach ingrained in our university DNA. It is how we fulfill our mission and serve our students. I’m deeply grateful for how you inspire our students to pursue their passions, and for your commitment to paving the paths to their bright futures.

Commencement marks the grandest time of our academic year. Commencement, and all that it symbolizes, is the celebration of why we are here – our students. And what remarkable students we have! I’ve been inspired by reading many of their stories in our annual Journey to Commencement series. A common theme permeating the observations of our graduates is their recognition and gratitude for how faculty and staff support and encourage them to build their legacies. You play a leading role in each of these stories. I hope you’ll take a few moments to read them and soak in the inspiration that they radiate. Our students’ successes are fueled by your investments in them — don’t ever forget that their stories would not be possible without you!

As we wrap up this academic year, I hope you will take a moment to revel in all your successes. And, I encourage you to take time to recharge over the summer. Looking ahead, I know you join me in anticipation of all the ways that we will deliver another great academic year in fall 2022.

Happy Commencement, and Hotty Toddy!

Glenn F. Boyce
Chancellor

Dear students,

It’s hard to believe that the end of the academic year is upon us. Your energy, resilience, and thirst for learning made this an incredibly rewarding, fun year on our campus. You inspired me by the ways in which you engaged in the full Ole Miss experience with zeal, ranging from amazing academics and countless activities offered across our campus to enjoying the richness of Oxford.

I’m continually amazed by the talent and dedication that our students bring to their endeavors on the path to greatness. I commend our entire student body for the vibrancy you infuse across campus.

This year has been special for many reasons. Our freshman class was the biggest in several years. We all got a shot of energy as our campus life came back to normal after the restrictions of the pandemic. Collectively, our student body reenergized our campus to make this school year a memorable one. All of your accolades and successes deserve a big “Hotty Toddy!”

As we take part in various Commencement celebrations this week, let me share a note of congratulations to our 5,000-plus outstanding graduates — we know you are going to take the world by storm and make us proud! Now that you have reached this major milestone, it is a great time to thank the faculty and staff who invested in you to help you get here. Let them know how much you appreciate them.

To our returning students, I hope you take time over the summer to tackle something new, go on a grand adventure, or gain invaluable experiences. We can’t wait to welcome you back next fall as you continue to pursue your passions and fulfill your potential. Know that we are here, ready to support and encourage you in everything you do from classes to campus life and everything in between.

Happy summer and, as always, Hotty Toddy!

Glenn F. Boyce
Chancellor

Dear faculty and staff,

We’re so grateful for you — on National Employee Appreciation Day and every day! At the University of Mississippi, we’re proud of your life-changing work that serves our students, our communities and our future. Because of each of you, we keep doing what we do best — offering the education, experiences and opportunities for people to pursue their passions and reach their potential so they can build legacies of fulfilling lives and successful careers.

Even amid the unprecedented challenges of the past two years, your dedication and incredible care have been on full display. Most notably, you have remained united in meeting our mission and serving our students. Your meaningful work elevates our entire university, and it is truly a privilege to witness the drive, talent and passion you bring to your roles year-round. Your extraordinary and significant efforts, contributions and service are noticed — please know how much you are appreciated!

Sincerely,
Senior Leadership Group

Glenn F. Boyce
Chancellor

Noel E. Wilkin
Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

Keith Carter
Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics

Josh Gladden
Vice Chancellor for Research and Sponsored Programs

Steven Holley
Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance

Shawnboda Mead
Vice Chancellor for Diversity and Community Engagement

Charlotte Parks
Vice Chancellor for Development

Charlotte Fant Pegues
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

Eduardo Prieto
Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management

Kirk Purdom
CEO, Ole Miss Alumni Association

Perry Sansing
Special Assistant to the Chancellor for Governmental Affairs

Wendell Weakley
President/CEO, UM Foundation

David Whitcomb
Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel

Jim Zook
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer