Messages to the Georgetown University Community
Throughout the year, the University President shares messages with the Georgetown community on topics ranging from university announcements to important university priorities. Messages from past presidents are listed on the University Community Messages Archive page.
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Beginning the Next Chapter Together
As I begin my time as Georgetown University’s 49th president, I would like to take a moment to express my gratitude to the many students, faculty, staff, administrators,,…
July 1, 2026
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Ending My Service as Interim President
Later today, I will conclude my service as interim president and become a senior advisor to our new president, Eduardo Penalver. I want to thank you – our faculty, staff,…
June 30, 2026
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Gratitude to Our Alumni and Friends
Later today, I will conclude my service as interim president and become a senior advisor to our new president, Eduardo Penalver. I want to thank you – alumni and friends of…
June 30, 2026
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Announcing Dr. Arthur “Skip” Lupia, Ph.D. as New Chief Research Officer
I am writing today to share that Arthur “Skip” Lupia, Ph.D., has been appointed the Georgetown University Senior Vice President and Chief Research Officer. He will also…
June 24, 2026
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Announcing a Gift Commitment to Establish the Durban Sports Business Program
I write to share the news of a remarkable gift commitment from Egon (B’95 P’28) and Abigail Durban (P’28) to establish the Durban Sports Business Program in our McDonough…
May 6, 2026
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Announcing Leadership Transition at Georgetown University in Qatar
After years of dedicated service as the Dean of GU-Q, Safwan Masri, Ph.D., will conclude his service as Dean on July 31, 2027. During the 2026-2027 academic year he will be on…
April 30, 2026
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Update on Georgetown’s FY 2026 Financial Status
Earlier today, I held two town halls on the university’s financial condition. The key messages included information on the FY 2026 financial position, planning for FY 2027, and…
April 29, 2026
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Update on Your Ideas to Support Georgetown’s Future
In January, I invited faculty and staff to offer their best ideas for increasing revenue and decreasing our costs at the University. We received an outstanding response – with…
March 26, 2026
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Announcing the 2026 Recipient of the President’s Award for Distinguished Scholar-Teachers
I am pleased to announce this year’s recipient of the President’s Award for Distinguished Scholar-Teachers. We will recognize Dr. Lippman for his exceptional scholarship and…
March 16, 2026
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Update on Developments in the Middle East
As you are aware, the United States and Israel launched military strikes on Iran yesterday, and in response Iran has launched strikes on Israel, as well as several nations in the…
March 1, 2026