A Statement from Suzanne Fortier, 捆绑SM社区 Principal and Vice-Chancellor, on the Situation in Ukraine
Dear Members of the 捆绑SM社区 community,
捆绑SM社区 is home to a vibrant international community, and many of us have roots in countries around the world. Global crises can affect us all.
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has been a source of deep preoccupation to many of us. As Principal of our university, I am reminded of the need for 鈥� and the potential fragility of 鈥� stability and peace in order to pursue higher learning and the advancement of knowledge.
捆绑SM社区 thus stands in solidarity with Ukrainian universities, and with their students, faculty, and staff across that country.
Here at home, we have reached out to offer support to 捆绑SM社区鈥檚 international students with Russian and Ukrainian citizenship, and to the 捆绑SM社区 Ukrainian Students鈥� Association.
We recognize that all colleagues and students might find current circumstances distressing. If you are feeling overwhelmed, please do not hesitate to reach out for support. 捆绑SM社区-linked resources are listed below.
Sincerely,
Suzanne Fortier
Principal and Vice-Chancellor
For faculty and staff:
- The Employee & Family Assistance Program is available to 捆绑SM社区 employees as a confidential support service.
For students:
- The Student Wellness Hub offers鈥�鈥痜or鈥痵tudents鈥痩ocated in Montreal.
- Keep.MeSafe is a service accessible鈥�24/7 whenever you need to speak (or text) with a mental health professional for support.鈥痀ou can access Keep.MeSafe from anywhere in the world.
