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MESSAGE TO THE CLASS OF ’84
It is a pleasure for me to extend
congratulations to the graduates of the
Class of 1984, for not only have you
realized a great personal achievement,
but you have shared creatively in
shaping the first four years of New
Jersey Institute of Technology’s Second
Century.
Four years ago we faced the
challenges of a new century, a new
decade, and new frontiers of personal
and institutional growth. The erection of
the first student residence hall in
Newark, on the NJIT campus, marked
an historic turning point in the life of
the Institute and the community. Today,
we are nearing the completion of our
second dormitory.
The newly completed Mechanical
Engineering Center is another mark of
the century. Its modern design and
facilities help place our programs at the
forefront of engineering education.
Modern architectural design studios are
now in place. They incorporate
advanced concepts in learning
environments and help the School of
Architecture to achieve new levels of
educational distinction. The formation ..>f
the Third College has also been a
landmark in the life of the Institute. Not
only has it contributed to the stature of
NJIT as the technological university of
New Jersey, but it has brought into
organizational focus the Institute’s
lifelong commitment to the physical and
mathematical sciences, computer and
information science, the art and science
of management.
No less of an achievement has been
the vision and determination, of each
member of the Class of 1984. Not only
have you set and successfully attained
your personal educational goals, but
you have made significant contributions
to the academic, professional, and
social vitality of the campus. Your
participation in the Student Activities
Council, Student Senate, Alpha Phi
Omega, numerous Institute planning
and governance committees, as well as
the dedicated service you have
rendered through your respective
professoinal societies and various
charitable projects has left its print on
the high quality of Institute life. The
positive effects of your presence here
will be felt for many years to come.
As we face tomorrow, I am confident
that what we have achieved together
will endure, and that we shall each rise
to meet the new challanges with
imagination and continuing personal
growth. With these reflections
uppermost in mind, I wish every
success and happiness to you and your
loved ones as you continue the journey
of your personal and professional lives.