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Getting to Know NSU's New President George Hanbury, II

Ashley Chang-Story & Serena Mann
Issue date: 2/9/10 Section: News
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President George Hanbury, II.
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President George Hanbury, II.
Walking up to the Executive Offices on the second floor of the Horvitz Building is intimidating for most students. The walls are embellished with eye-catching awards and rare artifacts that convey the essence of NSU pride. The corridor is home to more than just rare pieces of art and trophies. It is home to the office of NSU's President George L. Hanbury, II. The Current sat down with the new president to discuss his plans for his tenure.

Ashley Chang-Story: Why was a succession plan implemented? Is this typically how the position is passed on?

President Hanbury: Former President Ferrero discussed with the trustees that it was crucial to have a seamless transition and appoint an individual with prior knowledge of how the university has been running. A main concern of Chancellor Ferrero and the trustees was assigning an individual who would follow the path that has been created, rather than 'put their own twist on it', hence [the board of trustees arrived at] the decision to implement a succession plan. My 12 years at Nova Southeastern University, prior to receiving my latest title, was seen as a mentorship which allowed me to grasp the vision of the university, so that I can fulfill the mission of successfully providing for the students, faculty, and staff in every way possible.

ACS: Alan B. Levan, chair of the presidential succession committee said, "I've worked with George Hanbury for a decade, and I know he will ensure a smooth transition. The implementation of the succession plan assures that the strategic plan adopted by the Board of Trustees will continue to be implemented, its vision articulated, and its dreams, goals and objectives brought to fruition," in a recent press release. What "strategic plan" is Mr. Levan referring to?

PH: Mr. Levan's reference to a "strategic plan" is the course in which [NSU] strives to achieve preeminent quality in all the programs at Nova Southeastern University. Currently, 80 percent of the student body is graduate students. A part of the plan is to attract undergraduate students that will also want to pursue our graduate progams.

ACS: Can you comment on the fiscal health of the university?

PH: NSU's fiscal health is conservative. My hope is to improve the endowment, but we are [currently] a tuition-driven university. Quarterly analysis takes place each year, so that we can remain sure we are fiscally sound.
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Gabrielo Banks

posted 2/12/10 @ 9:14 PM EST

Good interview.

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