Confused in Cabot

Most departure e-mails go something like this:

Dear Community,

I'm so sad to announce I'll be leaving. You're all so wonderful. I can't imagine life without you, but it's time to move on.

- Name of person departing

But yesterday, Cabot residents got a departure announcement from Resident Dean Mya Mangawang that rather broke the mold. And evidently the odd-sounding missive may have had a back story, with one student saying Mangawang exhibited “a mild unspoken distaste” for Cabot students. We're not sure we can do it justice with a summary, so check out the full text, after the jump.

It is with mixed emotions that I have decided to announce formally that as of June 30th, I will no longer serve as the Allston Burr Resident Dean. I believe this decision will allow me to direct my energies more deliberately and productively to my family, friends, and scholarly pursuits.

As your dean, I have attempted to model a way of being that practices and promotes critical thinking, active and respectful questioning, and honest exchange as essential personal and professional values. I believe this decision only reaffirms my steadfast commitment to these non-negotiable principles.

May you be well and sincere in all that you do.

Mya M. Mangawang

Allston Burr Resident Dean