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Presidential Remarks and Communications

Presidential messages

The University President regularly provides important updates on the university’s plans, priorities and progress to the university community and key stakeholder audiences. These messages can include the annual State of the University Address, legislative testimony, email and video messages to the campus community, and more. This page includes presidential messaging highlights from the past five years. 

Presidential Investiture Ceremony

Friday, April 4, 2025 in Plachta Auditorium

The Central Michigan University Board of Trustees hosted the CMU campus community, distinguished guests, and members of the public to the official investiture of Neil MacKinnon as CMU’s 16th president on Friday, April 4, 2025 in Warriner Hall, Plachta Auditorium. 

First 100 Days Reflection

On Tuesday, February 11, 2025, President Neil MacKinnon shared his reflections on his first 100 days in office with the CMU community and guests. The president spoke about the strengths, opportunities, and challenges CMU is facing, based on his experiences and interactions with people, programs, and colleges throughout the university. A student leader also moderated an interactive chat with President MacKinnon as part of the event.

A recording of the event is available to view here.