[5] Entering his term he stated that he supported the policies of former President Simon and that the College of Health is the immediate priority of his initial administration.
[7] In November 2022 a 22-year old Black Lehigh University student was harassed and attacked by a pair of white assailants who used racist epithets.
[8] In the following spring semester, Helble issued an update on the situation and stated that “As we begin a new semester, I want to express my continued commitment to providing such an environment where discrimination and racism, hate, and violence, have no home.”[9] In an effort to drive student engagement, Helble has hosted a series called Community Conversation, where he informs the student body about changing school policy.
[11] In April 2023, Helble announced that the school would be purchasing three historic Lutheran churches and opening discussions with the Lehigh community for their fate.
Stating that the funds are needed for continued expansion of student housing and the College of Health as well as expanding community outreach programs.