Lehigh University:

I am very glad to be back at Lehigh. As I’ve had the opportunity to reengage with the university, I’ve been completely impressed with how it has changed during the time I’ve been away. There is no doubt that we have a strong platform for success. We have a wonderful campus, powerful interdisciplinary programs, and leaders who understand the culture and vision of the institution. We also have the strength of our outstanding faculty, staff, students, and alumni behind us.

It is safe to say that we have a lot of important work to do. My immediate plan is to focus on two core objectives: to successfully complete the Shine Forever campaign, and to continue to build at Lehigh a best-in-class advancement program, which will serve the needs of the university long into the future.

I look forward to getting to know you in the days and months ahead, and to working with you during the Shine Forever campaign and beyond.

Thanks very much for all that you’ve done and continue to do for Lehigh.

Joseph P. Kender, Jr. '87

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