Inauguration Stories

Well Wishes for President R. May Lee

"Best wishes president Lee! We are excited for the future!"

– Nadeem Aburustum

"You are doing an impressive job so far! Keep it up!"

– Galen Boyer

"Congratulations! We’re lucky to have you at Olin!"

– Al Bunshaft, Member of the Olin College Board of Trustees

"Dear President May, Thank you so much for your visionary and genuinely warm leadership. Our son, Liam, is excited by the ideas, energy, and sense of purpose you bring to Olin. Thank you for your leadership"

– Juanita Zerda Carlin

"Olin is incredibly lucky to have you. Wishing you tremendous success!"

– Thomas C. Cecil '06, Olin Alumn

"So excited to be working with you as you create an amazing educational experience for all Oliners!!"

– Jeanne M. Cirone

"Welcome to the Olin Family - to Infinity, and Beyond!"

– Michael A. Crayton '06, Olin Alumn

"May, it has been great to see your work with Olin so far. I am excited for the future that you are helping to build."

– Ethan T. Chen '25, Olin Alumn

"Congratulations to Olin on making such a wise choice!  You're in great hands with an incredible trailblazer that leads with kindness and gratitude."

– Jacqueline Farmer

"Wishing you every success as you begin this exciting new chapter. Your leadership, vision, and dedication will undoubtedly inspire students, faculty, and staff, and help the Olin college continue to grow and thrive."

– Mozhgan Hosseinpour

"Congrats, President Lee! I look forward to continued partnership between Olin and the Town of Needham."

– Katie King, Town Manager of Needham, MA

"So proud of all you've done! The staff and students at Olin are so fortunate to have you on their side."

– Margaret Moroff

"Congratulations, and thank you for all your hard work for Olin so far! I have been deeply impressed by your vision, strategic efforts, and your transparent and approachable communications with all, including senior dinners. Thank you!"

– Hyun J. Moon

"I so hope that Olin appreciates the treasure they have found in you! So very proud of you my friend. Love and best wishes, Darilyn & Mechelle"

– Darilyn Olidge-Evans

"Good luck May! Olin is in good hands."

– Mechelle Olidge-Evans

"Thank you for taking on this presidency at this very critical moment."

– Brian Pellinen

"You will do great!!!!! You are an amazing person."

– Vadim Thomas

"Here's to President Lee! Thank you for the invitation!"

– Casimir Wierzynski

"Congratulations President Lee on your inauguration! We are so glad that you are leading Olin!"

– Jennifer L. Weiss

"Wish You the Best in Leading Olin College to the next level"

– Shanji Xiong

"Congratulations. We are excited about the growth and prosperity you will bring to Olin"

– Snejina Zacharia

"I look forward to seeing you steward the academics and culture of Olin. You will surely make us proud!"

– Luis F. Zuniga '21, Olin Alumn