Baxter is the author of three novels, most recently The Feast of Love; and four collections of short fiction, including A Relative Stranger and Believers.
In this memo to the University community, Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton reaffirms the University’s commitment to equal opportunity and cultural diversity.
The former U.S. secretary of state will speak at the University’s 142nd Commencement May 16 and will also receive an honorary doctor of humanities degree.