Read President Carter's letters, speeches, and correspondence to the Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓÆµ community and beyond. 

  • Wed, 10/29/2025 - 4:12pm
    Dear Lawrentians: It has been an extraordinary month of connection, celebration, and reflection at Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓÆµ. From µþÂáö°ù°ì±ô³Ü²Ô»å±ð²Ô to the Fox Cities, our campus community has come together to honor our history, strengthen our bonds, and chart an exciting course for the future.    Earlier this month, I joined members of the Board of Trustees and …
  • Fri, 09/19/2025 - 4:31pm
    Good afternoon, Lawrentians. It is such a joy to be here with you today for our annual Matriculation Convocation. Each year I am reminded of the privilege it is to serve this remarkable university and this vibrant community. Matriculation convocation is always one of my favorite moments of the year—a time when we gather together …
  • Mon, 09/15/2025 - 11:00am
    Dear Lawrentians:   Welcome to a new academic year at Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓÆµ!  Before I share with you some important updates for the coming year, I want to take a moment to acknowledge a deep loss to our community. As many of you know, Professor Garth Bond passed away earlier this summer. Professor Bond joined the Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓÆµ …
  • Mon, 09/08/2025 - 4:17pm
    Good afternoon. I’m President Laurie Carter, and it is my great joy to welcome you to Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓÆµ. Each fall, the arrival of a new class adds vibrancy to our campus. You bring new ideas, new talents, and new perspectives that will shape the Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓÆµ community for years to come. And so, before celebrating your …
  • Sun, 06/15/2025 - 10:00am
    Greetings to the Class of 2025 and to parents, family members, and friends. We gather here today to celebrate an incredible milestone in the lives of these graduates. Greetings also to our wonderful faculty and staff. This day is possible because of your talent, hard work, and dedication to our students. To our distinguished guests, …
  • Thu, 05/22/2025 - 11:08am
    Dear Lawrentians: As we approach the end of another remarkable academic year, I want to take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the incredible energy, creativity, and kindness that have defined our community this spring, as well as reiterate our collective commitment to protecting our values through the work of the Federal Action Task Force, …
  • Fri, 04/11/2025 - 10:52am
    Dear Lawrentians: As the snow melts and the first signs of spring emerge across campus, I find myself reflecting on what a season of renewal truly means. This time of year invites us to pause, appreciate the beauty of change, and recognize the many ways our Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓÆµ community continues to flourish, together. Over the past …
  • Tue, 03/18/2025 - 2:57pm
    Dear Lawrentians: As we move into the final week of winter term, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the strength and resilience of our campus community. I am incredibly proud of the many ways Lawrentians continue to shine and excel.    Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓÆµ was recently recognized as a top producer of Fulbright recipients, the …
  • Tue, 02/18/2025 - 3:38pm
    Dear Lawrentians: As we step further into the winter term, I am heartened by the energy and dedication across our campus. The recently concluded Winter Board of Trustees meetings reflected this spirit, with the board enthusiastically supporting and applauding the important work being done across our university. From the considerable efforts of Provost Blitstein and …
  • Tue, 01/21/2025 - 2:07pm
    Dear Lawrentians: Happy New Year, and welcome back to campus for the start of our winter term! I hope you all had a restful and rejuvenating break. As we return to our shared purpose of learning, creating, and growing, I am excited to begin another chapter in the life of our vibrant community. This term …