On March 8, we celebrated International Women’s Day in the most memorable way by unveiling a new art installation dedicated to the history, accomplishments, and impact of women at Georgia Tech.

A few weeks ago, I traveled to South Korea with some colleagues to visit our partners at Hyundai Motor Group. The trip left me extremely excited for the future of our state’s economy in the global marketplace and proud of Georgia Tech’s role in it.

Amid so much public debate and critique about the role and value of universities this past year, I was delighted that Forbes chose to write a great story about how Georgia Tech has become a leading outlier in terms of the return on investment for our students and our impact in our community.

With all the shared joy in the arena, the smiles on students’ faces, and the cheering by family members, Commencement is the most energizing time of the year — and it’s also a good reminder of how much our work matters.

If you’re confused by the ongoing changes in intercollegiate athletics these days, you’re not alone. I’ve been involved in this business for more than two decades, and I am equally perplexed. And yet, with all the uncertainty we face, I have no doubt that our athletics program will continue to thrive, will keep offering life-changing opportunities to hundreds of talented student-athletes, and will be a major net contributor to all of Georgia Tech.