Memos

March 21, 2025
Our Environmental Mission in a Changing DOE Educational Landscape
A Message to Unity Environmental University EmployeesMarch 21,2025 Dear Team Unity, The Current Reality – Let’s be clear, none of us yet knows the full extent or impact of potential… Read more »

January 29, 2025
As I Complete my 12 Years at Unity: A Moment of Reflection
Twelve years ago, this week, when I started at Unity, we faced a choice, maintain comfortable academic conventions or forge a different path entirely. Today, as I reflect on completing… Read more »

February 28, 2023
Unity’s Evolution: A Message from President Melik Peter Khoury
In February 2023, Unity College became Unity Environmental University. This distinction honors our early heritage as a college prioritizing environmental sciences in conjunction with liberal arts, and positions us to… Read more »

November 11, 2022
In Honor of our Veterans
Colleagues, As we take a moment to recognize Veterans Day, I reflect on the absurdity of war, but honor the bravery and fortitude of the women and men who answer… Read more »

April 22, 2022
In Recognition of Earth Day
“Saving our planet, lifting people out of poverty, advancing economic growth … these are one and the same fight. We must connect the dots between climate change, water scarcity, energy… Read more »

February 03, 2022
Highlighting Inspiring Pioneers during Black History Month
Dear Unity College Colleagues, As we begin the month of February, we have many things to celebrate here at Unity College including our growing enrollment and making sound progress in… Read more »

January 17, 2022
In Honor of MLK
Dear Unity College Colleagues, As we celebrate Martin Luther King Day today, it is important to reflect on his legacy and the lasting impact he had on not just the… Read more »

September 10, 2021
20th Anniversary of September 11, 2001 – A moment of reflection
Dear Colleagues, Tomorrow will be the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks that forever changed not only the United States, but the world. It is paramount, now more than… Read more »

August 31, 2021
I’m glad our Path Forward is bucking the trend yet again – THANK YOU!!!
Happy Belated Monday all, As we work to support or students, clients, customers, critics, etc. I wanted to take a moment and thank you all for your continued commitment to… Read more »

April 23, 2021
Reimagining Sustainable Ventures!
Dear Unity College, I write to you today to share yet another exciting step on Unity College’s Path Forward. In a time of such disruption in our industry, I am glad… Read more »
April 21, 2021
Earth Day: Save the Planet Through (Higher) Education
The first Earth Day took place on April 22, 1970, as a college teach-in about the state of our planet. The organizers chose the date because it was a weekday… Read more »

April 21, 2021
Earth Day: Save the Planet Through (Higher) Education
The first Earth Day took place on April 22, 1970, as a college teach-in about the state of our planet. The organizers chose the date because it was a weekday… Read more »

April 01, 2021
I wish Every day was Earth Day – Spring 2021 Challenge
Dear Unity College Colleagues, Spring has finally arrived at Unity College and that means Earth Day won’t be far behind, then it’s Commencement – an annual cycle that while busy,… Read more »

March 30, 2021
Unity College Technical Institute for Environmental Professions SEBU
Dear Colleagues, I write to you with exciting news regarding the next step on Unity College’s Path Forward. Today, I am pleased to share with you the formal announcement of… Read more »

December 22, 2020
Wishing you a healthy and happy holiday season!
Dear Unity College Colleagues, As January 1, 2021 approaches, I am sure some of us think it can’t get here fast enough – I understand and respect that view. 2020… Read more »

November 23, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving to One and All
Dear Unity College Colleagues, As we work our way through November and the coming holiday season, it is important to reflect on the things we are grateful for during these… Read more »

November 11, 2020
In Honor of our Veteran Heroes!
Dear Unity Community, Today is a special day, one that is set aside to honor those who have served in our military and those who continue to serve –… Read more »

November 03, 2020
Criminal Investigation Requested by Unity College – Update & Conclusion
Dear Unity College Employees, You may remember my email below from November 2019 addressing a credit card fraud investigation regarding a former employee. The College is grateful to the FBI… Read more »

October 13, 2020
December 2020 Commencement
October 13, 2020 This year has been one of change, uncertainty, and resilience. We will not, however, allow these unexpected challenges to stop us from recognizing a very important moment… Read more »

October 07, 2020
November 3rd Election 2020
Dear Unity College, With the election coming up in a few weeks I thought it was time to reflect on the history and importance of participating in the electoral process. … Read more »