College Of Wooster Convocation
The document outlines the opening ceremony for the 153rd academic year, beginning with a land acknowledgment recognizing the indigenous communities whose land the college occupies, including the Wyandotte, Mingo, Shawnee, and others. The address emphasized themes of community, collective history, and the need for civil discourse amidst national and global challenges, referencing polarization, health crises, and political strife. Key discussions included the commitment to equity and inclusion, active listening, and critical thinking. An update was provided on faculty achievements, specifically recognizing five faculty members granted tenure (receiving the title of Associate Professor) and seven faculty members promoted to the rank of Professor. Specific faculty research examples spanned international locations like Bangladesh, Peru, and Tanzania, covering topics from folk medicine to anti-dam activism. The event also featured acknowledgments of the student leaders, the Scott Pipe Band, and staff members involved in campus governance.