Fall Convocation “Powered by Optimism,” Seasoned with Humor
August 29, 2016
President Nader addresses faculty, staff, board members and students at Convocation
A packed house of faculty, staff, board members and student leaders filled Roosevelt Hall last week for Fall Convocation – the first hosted by FSC’s new president, Dr. John S. Nader. A mutual admiration society was forged immediately, as President Nader – with a mix of passion and humor – connected quickly with those in the room.
The theme of the event was “Powered by Optimism” – the philosophy President Nader has espoused since he first set foot on campus. After recognizing new faculty, staff and student leaders, and announcing promotions, appointments and awards, Dr. Nader covered a wide range of subjects, such as rising graduation and retention rates; the success stories of applied learning initiatives; the new MS in Technology Management and proposals for new BS and BT degrees awaiting SUNY approval; recruitment success of the RAM program; plans for a new Applied Science building; the new shuttle service, and more.
Dr. Nader then talked about the kind of leader he is going to be: passionate; a good listener; collaborator; communicator, and student champion.
L-R: Joseph Rossi, George Fernandez, Carol McNamara, D.T. Arcieri, Matilde Fava, President Nader, Amanda Lavery, Robert Saunders, Kathleen Walsh, Vanda Bordies, and Theresa Zahor
Convocation came to a close with recognition of FSC’s most recent Chancellor’s Award for Excellence winners.
