Convocation 2008: Freshmen Pledge to Seize the Day!
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At the September 2nd Convocation 2008 held on the lawn of the Guest House, Nichols College President Debra M. Townsley encouraged first-year students to "think outside the box" as she discussed leadership and academic opportunities which develop when engaging faculty and classmates.
Dr. Townsley also encouraged students to join clubs, student government and athletic teams and closed by emphasizing that Nichols faculty and staff care deeply about student success.
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Professor Mark Naigles, who led the procession as Faculty Senate Chair, made opening remarks, President Debra M. Townsley spoke "On Leadership, Tradition and Community," Professor Luanne V. Proko spoke "On Learning," and Dr. Wayne-Daniel Berard spoke "On Honor and Respect."
Ashlee M. Givins, student government president, led freshmen in the Convocation Pledge:
"Do you pledge today to expend your energy and skills not only in the pursuit of your own individual success, but for the betterment of our community and the world?"
"We do," responded students.
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"Further, do you pledge today to use your time at Nichols, in the classroom and out, to increase your knowledge and develop your abilities, so that you create opportunities for leadership and personal growth?"
"We do," responded students.
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"And do you pledge today to treat yourselves, your fellow students, and others in our college community with honor and respect?"
"We do," responded students.
| Platform Party: Dr. Debra M. Townsley, President; Dr. Alan J. Reinhardt, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean; Dr. Jeffrey A. Halprin, Associate Dean of Liberal Arts, Professor of English; Dr. Libba G. Moore, Associate Dean of Business, Professor of Human Resource Management; Professor Mark Naigles, Assistant Professor of Mathematics; Dr. Wayne-Daniel S. Berard, Professor of English, Director of Spiritual Life, College Chaplain; Professor Luanne V. Proko, Assistant Professor of Business Communication, Business Communication Program Chair; Ms. Ashlee M. Givins, Senior Class President |
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First-year students seemed to eat the Lombard Dining Hall food with gusto. After attending classes on an abbreviated schedule, they went to IT to get computers fixed or squared up tuition payments with the Business Office. Welcome to the Hill! |
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