I’m pleased to report to you that the Oregon Legislature has approved legislation that, when signed by the governor, will transform the way our university is governed by enabling Oregon’s public universities to establish institutional governing boards.

I’m grateful to the members of the legislature; our campus community; our advocates, alumni, and friends; and the many others whose thoughtful and diligent work over the past several years led to the passage today of legislation that will benefit not only the University of Oregon, but higher education overall for the people of our state. This is a time of great opportunity, as well as great responsibility, for the University of Oregon. I have every confidence that in the years ahead, Oregonians will experience the benefits and enjoy the results of the combined leadership of an institutional board dedicated to the interests of this university, and an outstanding faculty and staff committed to education and research at the highest levels. Together, we will work every day to earn and keep the trust that has been placed in us by the people and communities we serve.

Michael R. Gottfredson

President