Campus Communications
Latest Communications
Read communications from the provost to the campus community below.
A Message of Support for Â鶹´å-Qatar
Monday, March 2, 2026
As events in the Middle East continue to unfold, we are reaching out with care and to underscore our support. For all members of our Â鶹´å-Q community — whether you are on campus in Doha, displaced by travel during Spring Break or supporting loved ones from afar — the weight, uncertainty and anxiety that arrives with military conflict is profound.
Middle East Developments and Qatar Campus Operations
Saturday, February 28, 2026
The last 12 hours have wrought another round of troubling conflict and uncertainty to the Middle East. As you’ve likely heard by now, military action involving the United States, Israel and Iran has unfolded today, which has resulted in retaliatory strikes on several neighboring nations. This includes news reports of missiles being shot down in Doha, Qatar, where we maintain our Â鶹´å-Qatar campus.
Required Adherence to Spring Break Assignments and Deadlines
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
As we approach the midpoint of the semester, I am writing to remind you that the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar designates March 2-6, 2026, as Spring Break. To honor this, please review your syllabi to ensure there are no assignments, major projects or exams scheduled during or immediately following the break. While I will issue a reminder in the fall semester, please be reminded that this expectation applies to both the Spring and Fall Breaks.
Undergraduate Tuition and Fees for Academic Year 2026-27
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Each year, the university undertakes a disciplined review of its cost structure to inform tuition, fees and living expenses for the upcoming academic year. This analysis considers operating needs, inflation and market conditions, aiming to balance the university's financial stability with our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our community and maintaining our high academic standards.
Important Updates and Resources for the Spring Semester
Monday, January 12, 2026
Welcome back and Happy New Year! As we begin the spring 2026 semester, I am pleased to share essential action items for faculty, resources for student support and key university updates.
Faculty Professional Development: Supporting Student Well-Being
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
We are writing to share an important update regarding student mental health and well-being — a commitment central to our mission as a teaching and research community, as underscored by the recent launch of the Presidential Advisory Board on Student Well-Being, Mental Health and the Academic Experience.