Dr. Charlotte P. Morris Says Farewell; Welcomes 10th President, Dr. Mark Brown ‘86

June 26, 2024

Contact: Thonnia Lee, Office of Communications, Public Relations and Marketing
   

Last fall I told you of my intention to retire after almost 40 years at this illustrious institution. Now that the time has come, I have a few thoughts to share as we welcome the 10th president, Dr. Mark Brown ‘86.

I have met him and his wife, Gwen, several times and talked about my experience as president. Unlike our nation’s tradition around the transfer of power, I didn’t leave a secret note on his desk to wish him well. He is an honored serviceman with decades of experience leading thousands of Air Force servicemen and women and an accomplished scholar returning to the place where he first grew into a leader. He will do well here. 

The history of this university is unlike any other. As Dr. Brown steps back on campus and into that history, my wish is that the campus community support him as fervently as you have me. My time at Tuskegee has been more than I ever could have imagined when I accepted that first teaching assignment years ago.

I have celebrated successes with you all, talked through challenges and made tough decisions. With each decision, the long-term success of the university remained at the forefront. The student experience, our innovative programs, world-class professors – all of that requires a vision and in some cases compromise.

Thank you for your support all of these years and particularly during my time as the ninth president. It has meant the world to me to work with you – to serve with you. Now I turn my focus to enjoying my family, serving the community through my sorority and deciding on a travel itinerary for my next big trip.

I will never be too far away. So don’t be surprised when you see me at Homecoming – it will be our 100th and I wouldn’t dare miss it. For now, I will say so long with gratitude and high expectations for the university’s continued success.

Best regards,

Charlotte P. Morris
°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Êͼ¹ÒÅÆ 9th President

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