What’s
Inside

03
President’s Letter
Greetings from Dr. Nancy S. Niemi

04
The Snapshot
Fast News From FSU

05
Commencement
Celebrating the Class of 2023

06
New Major in
Sports Management

07
Ram in Focus
Robert Johnston ’23

08
Inauguration
Dr. Nancy S. Niemi is Officially Sworn in as President of FSU

10
Faculty Spotlight
Joanne Britland, Professor of World Languages

11
Student Spotlight
Kenzler Joseph ’24 Leads Black Student Union

13
Making an Impact
Celebrating Alumni Who are Making a Difference in their Communities

14
Class Notes
Discover How Your Fellow Classmates are Spending
their Time

15
Alumni Spotlight
Cesar Sanchez ’14

16
The 2023 Alumni
Achievement Awards
Recognizing Alumni for their Outstanding Accomplishments

17
Alumni Events
Scenes from Reunion and More

18
Donor Profile
Gary VanDeurse ’96

19
Upcoming Events
A Sample of Events and Activities Available to Alumni

FSU Gets Funding to Meet
a Critical Need

The Hospitality and Tourism Management Major Takes an Innovative Approach to Preparing Students for In-Demand Careers