Thursday, Sept. 16, 2026
3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Leadership Hall
Dean Mark T. Gladwin delivered his fourth State of the School address on September 16, 2026,
Dean Mark T. Gladwin highlighted how the School of Medicine is navigating a challenging research environment marked by federal funding cuts, while advancing innovative strategies to strengthen our scientific enterprise. He also celebrated major achievements in clinical growth, community engagement, faculty recognition, and philanthropy. Watch the video below for a recap of the year’s progress, and stay tuned for the surprise performance at the end.
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Past Addresses By Year
- 2025: Dean Gladwin's Third State of the School Address
- 2024: Dean Gladwin's Second State of the School Address
- 2023: Dean Gladwin's First State of the School Address
- 2022: Dean Reece's Final State of the School Virtual Presentation
- 2020: Special Edition of State of the School
- 2019: Visionary Vanguards: Transforming Our Culture While Shaping the Future
- 2018: From Groundbreaking to Record-Breaking
- 2017: Transforming the Trajectory of Medicine: A Review of the Centuries
- 2015: Undaunted in Purpose, Resilient in Execution
- 2014: From Vision to Venture
- 2013: Purposeful Actions, Promising Results: Relentlessly Advancing
- 2012: Forging Ahead: Defining new Pathways in Challenging Times
- 2011: Leading Innovation and Discovery: Changing Lives Worldwide
- 2010: Working Together, Bringing Out the Best