Dear MSU Faculty, Staff, and Friends,

First, I consider it a privilege to serve as your interim dean this semester as the search begins for your next visionary leader. It is also my responsibility to ask you to think about giving something back to MSU in this difficult economic period. MSU will continue with or without your help, but it will be better off with it.

Established in 1955, the College of Communication Arts & Sciences is recognized today as a leader in research and teaching, impacting the field of communications at MSU and beyond. This would not be possible without you -- the faculty, staff, and friends committed to the research, academic, and outreach programs of our College.

As a result of your dedication to excellence, we have continued to grow as a College. Our programs are some of the best in the nation. Our faculty members receive honors for their research. And our students go on to be leaders in communication industries and in academia.

As we enter 2009, the College of Communication Arts & Sciences seeks to maintain and build upon the excellence you have built. Your financial support is more important than ever, to guarantee a strong foundation for our College.

Thank you for your commitment to CAS and all that you do to make a difference.

Sincerely,

Brad Greenberg, Interim Dean
College of Communication Arts & Sciences
Michigan State University