As chair of the Board of Trustees, I welcome you to Central Michigan University.

Established in 1892, Central Michigan University today has more than 28,000 students and is the fourth largest university in Michigan.  CMU is also among the 100 largest public universities in the nation. The university continues to achieve national recognition for academic excellence, research and creative activity, and public service.

CMU’s outstanding faculty care for every student they teach, and faculty are committed to keeping each student on track for academic success. We are committed to student-centered learning and a culture of academic excellence to prepare students for personal and professional success.

My fellow Board members and I are proud to service this great institution and to help foster its continued advancement in the years to come.

Sincerely,

William R. Kanine, chair
CMU Board of Trustees
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