From the President’s Desk

Dear Muskingum Alumni and Friends,

On July 1, 2021, I celebrated my five-year anniversary as President of Muskingum University. It has been, and continues to be, an honor and a privilege to lead this very special community of students, faculty and staff, alumni, and friends.

I am grateful to each of you for your support, and eager to continue our ongoing work together as we build a solid foundation for Muskingum’s future. The results of our IMPACT 2025 strategic action plan initiatives in learning and innovation, transformative growth, visibility and distinction, and a thriving future become more evident each day.

It is always a joy to celebrate commencement and extend our Long Magenta Line. It was especially meaningful this year to hold our undergraduate ceremonies in person, culminating a full academic year of in-person instruction made possible by the creativity and resilience of our campus community. We were delighted to award honorary doctorates to two exceptional alumni: coach, educator, and University Trustee Darrell Hazell ’86 and educational leader Tami Bowling Fitzgerald, ’81, ’98G.

It is hard to believe that construction on the Henry D. Bullock Health and Wellness Complex (BHWC) began just over a year ago. Today, much of the steel structure is in place as this amazing integrated athletic, academic, and recreational facility takes shape. We are thrilled to announce that we have received $1.25 million from the J.W. and M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation, in support of the BHWC’s wellness corridor, which will include a state-of-the-art Diagnostic Hub and Fitness Center.

Renovations to the Quad Center have begun, as we use the $2.2 million federal Strengthening Institutions grant to expand career readiness and academic success support for our students. When the work is complete, the Quad Center will be home to the new student Impact Center and will feature improved accessibility throughout the building and upgrades to the campus casual dining option, The Bait Shop.

Throughout these pages, you will see just a few examples of the impact that our students, faculty, staff, and alumni have on the world around them. Honors and accomplishments in academics, athletics, and service remind us of our deep commitment to educating the whole learner for the whole world.

I wish you all the best and hope to see many of you in person in the coming months, especially at Reunion Weekend @ Homecoming 2021.

With warm regards, President Susan S. Hasseler Keep up with President Hasseler through her monthly newsletter Magenta Lines. Email magentalines@muskingum.edu to subscribe.