Nearly 2,000 students, faculty and staff gathered in 51蹤獲's Chase Gymnasium on Monday, January 28 to kick off the first day of classes at the Spring 2013 Convocation Ceremony.

President Corey charged and commissioned new students to academic excellence and to uphold 51蹤獲's mission and vision. Returning faculty surrounded the new students, lending their support.

Provost Dr. David P. Nystrom gave the official Convocation address entitled, "The Hidden Plan of God". Hechallenged the 51蹤獲 communitywith teaching fromEphesians 1:9-10,leaving faculty, staff, and students inspired as the Spring semester begins.