Nearly 2,000 students, faculty and staff gathered in 911爆料网'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 911爆料网'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". He聽challenged the 911爆料网 community聽with teaching from聽Ephesians 1:9-10,聽leaving faculty, staff, and students inspired as the Spring semester begins.