Exciting Times: NSU Welcomes Record Class of Undergraduates
You could feel the excitement in the air.
This year’s convocation provided more than a warm welcome to the class of 2028 – the largest incoming class of undergraduate students in NSU history. It marked more than the “passing of the baton” from President George L. Hanbury II, who will retire at the end of the year, to incoming president Harry K. Moon, M.D. It was an event that recognized and celebrated students with ambitions and goals to change the world.
“We look at you as our family, and we want you to succeed in everything you want to do,” said President Hanbury in his remarks to students.
Dr. Moon echoed those sentiments.
“You will be the first undergraduate class to graduate under my continuous watch, and I look forward to being with you right here in four years when you walk across this stage … and receive your NSU diploma,” he said. “We are here to challenge you, to guide you, and to join in the successful pursuit of your dreams. We are all in this together.”
This year, more than 2,000 new students from across the globe are bringing their diverse experiences and perspectives to the NSU community, preparing for professional careers in health care, education, business, marine biology, and many other fields. Our students have big plans.
President Hanbury reminded the students that NSU is here because of their future hopes and goals. “We want to nurture you and see that not only will you accomplish your academic goals and dreams, but by the time you leave NSU, you will be unleashing your potential to be a leader in any field you choose.”
This year, we also welcomed 18 new NSU faculty members representing the colleges of arts and sciences, dental medicine, health care sciences, law, nursing, optometry, osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, and psychology.
This year’s incoming undergraduate class marks another record high and continues the trend of bringing in increasing numbers of highly qualified and diverse students while many other public and private universities across the state and the nation struggle maintain enrollment or fight declines.