LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY/C.W. POST CAMPUS

MEMORANDUM

 

 

To:                    C.W. Post Campus Community

From:                Joseph Shenker, Provost

Date:                October 15, 2001

 

In light of the current world situation and incidents occurring at other universities around the country, I feel that this is an appropriate time to remind ourselves of one of Long Island University’s founding principles: our mission of inclusiveness and mutual respect.

 

The C.W. Post community is a diverse population that crosses all socio-economic backgrounds, nationalities, ethnicities and religions. This atmosphere of multiculturalism has enriched the educational experience of our students and campus life in general for all of us who are fortunate to be a part of this special campus community.

In the wake of the terrorist attacks, some individuals may be feeling a variety of emotions, ranging from grief and helplessness to anger. Sadly, there have been recent reports of misplaced anger and animosity nationwide. I would like to remind everyone that we have a variety of resources available for any member of our campus community in need of counseling to deal constructively with emotions that may arise during this difficult time. Our Student Health & Counseling Center and Psychological Services Center offer free, confidential support services. In addition, our chaplains in the Interfaith Center are readily available for support and guidance.

 

I would ask everyone at C.W. Post to remember our history and to hold dear our mission of tolerance, civility and respect for people from all walks of life.

 

 

A MESSAGE FROM THE PROVOST:

 

To:                       C.W. Post Campus Community

From:               Joseph Shenker, Provost, C.W. Post Campus

Date:                       September 20, 2001

Time:                12 p.m.

                                    

This is a time of great sorrow and I would like to express my deepest sympathy to all who have been affected by the devastating tragedy. 

 

Please be aware that some of our students, staff or faculty may need to take leave from the University due to involvements with a National Guard or Military Reserve unit. The President has already made a call to activate members of these units.

 

We do not wish to place any additional burden on our students relative to their enrollment, university records and billing. Moreover, we wish to be supportive of faculty and staff who may have been called to active duty. Therefore, should you be aware of any students, faculty or staff in this situation, please contact the C.W. Post Provost's Office at ext. 2701 or email bridget.Szerszynski@liu.edu. Our thoughts are with them as they serve our country.

 

We know that several members of the C.W. Post Campus community have family and friends who have been injured or killed in this terrible attack. If you know of any student, faculty or staff member who has suffered a loss, please contact the C.W. Post Provost's Office at ext. 2701 or email bridget.Szerszynski@liu.edu.

                                     

I would like to thank our faculty who are helping the campus community begin to come to some understanding of last week’s tragic events by discussing what has happened in their classrooms and by staying in touch with their students via email and phone, even in the midst of the Rosh Hashanah holiday.

     

The C.W. Post Campus community continues its tradition of respect for different cultures and religious beliefs by demonstrating inclusiveness, compassion and understanding. Our commitment to mutual respect and caring is being shown daily by the campus groups who are gathering for quiet reflection, prayer and candlelight vigils.  In the days to come, as we work toward coping with what has happened and restoring a sense of normalcy to the campus, we must remember to remain united during this difficult time.

 

Please continue to visit this web site for updates www.liu.edu/cwpost.