As an undergraduate here at the University, I stand in support of Chancellor Phyllis Wise. The University and its administration have given me more support than I could have ever imagined, and I want to show my support to the University leadership.

Every day, Chancellor Wise, President Easter, members of the Board of Trustees, and countless members of the University administration make amazing things happen. Our campus leaders and academics have changed the lives of people who are on course to change the world. 

There are thousands of hard choices that must be made every academic year, and no matter what choice the Chancellor makes in regards to any situation, someone will always be unhappy.

Though Chancellor Wise has made decisions that some of us may disagree with, we must understand that every choice is made to benefit this university. She is our Chancellor for a reason. She has been chosen to fulfill the duty of protecting this university and helping its students. 

I hope this letter is able to reach all members of the University community, and we must remember not to let divided opinions over various campus issues tear this institution apart. We can use the issues of today as learning experiences that will prepare us for the problems of tomorrow. 

The progress and precedent established by the Chancellor is meant to protect the student body and to ensure that all students feel comfortable in their home here in Champaign-Urbana.

No matter what comes of any situation at the University, I am, and always will be, a proud member of the Fighting Illini family.

Alex J. Villanueva, sophomore in LAS