President's Messages

Dear Beach Community:No matter how long some of us have been in education, the start of a new academic year brings a renewed sense of promise and purpose.This year is no different. The months ahead hold great things for our community as we also reflect on the enduring legacy of this university during our 75th-anniversary celebration.I offer special greetings to those new to The Beach: students just beginning their programs, faculty starting the next impactful phase of their careers, and staff…

Dear OneBeach Community,It is right to speak out against injustice. It’s right to be on the side of peace. We should all be focused on the human experience of the ongoing war between Hamas and Israel – the plight of the October 7 victims and their families, the ongoing trauma suffered by hostages, and the horror of the bombings in Gaza.It is, however, hateful and wrong for anyone on this campus to target Jewish students, faculty members, or staff. The recent appearance of posters featuring…

Dear OneBeach Community,There is much to protest in these times as inhumane acts are being perpetrated across the globe. My focus is on keeping everyone at The Beach safe and free to pursue their academic, social, professional, and personal goals. Our responsibility to each other is to create a secure campus that allows for learning, relationship building, and personal development in its many forms. Much chaos is evident at campuses in California and across the nation. The desire to speak…

Dear Beach Community: Passionate expression and dissent prompted by political and social issues both close to home and around the world have long been part of college campuses. Most recently, we've grappled with the tragedies of the Israel-Hamas war. At The Beach and institutions across the country, we've seen many events, resident and guest speakers, and demonstrations. This conflict has brought pain, anger, and debate. On our campus, we have protected the right to free expression for those…