President Helble reflects on positive momentum at Lehigh, despite many challenges facing higher education. He highlights improvements to already strong student retention rates, national recognition for the long-term value of a Lehigh degree and the importance of sustaining an international, inclusive community. The message also reaffirms Lehigh’s deep commitment to academic freedom and respectful discourse. As the university prepares to celebrate the Class of 2025, President Helble shares a vision for continued progress—anchored in shared values and a collective sense of purpose.
President Video Message: Spring 2025 Campus Update
A message sent to members of the Lehigh campus community.
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Jordan Lybarger
Videography by
Daniel Collins
Posted on
April 25, 2025
Watch the video to hear President Helble's update.
Welcoming a range of viewpoints is essential to generating productive exchange: the kind of learning that helps us assess and even reject ideas, that helps us think critically, and that helps us grow. At the same time, we must ensure that this environment does not compromise anyone’s sense of belonging. Intellectual rigor must coexist with a respectful community culture.
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Photography by
Jordan Lybarger
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Posted on
April 25, 2025
