This week, we’re welcoming more than 100 new faculty members to the Mizzou community. To begin their three-day orientation, I was pleased to host cohort members for a reception at the Residence on Francis Quadrangle.

During orientation, new faculty receive an introduction to university traditions, along with important resources through the Provost’s Office to help them achieve success in teaching, research and engagement. There are also opportunities to hear from Columbia Mayor Barbara Buffaloe and Mizzou Provost Matthew Martens – along with time to meet deans and new colleagues.

This is a historic moment to join Mizzou. We recently received our 10-year accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission and continue to achieve record highs in research and student success. We’re also preparing to launch a transformative new campaign to invest in Mizzou’s future – including the success of our faculty.

New faculty are joining us from some of the world’s top universities, and they are drawn to Mizzou’s bold commitment to innovation and reputation for excellence. I enjoyed meeting with faculty and am excited to begin the new semester next week.

— Mun