NSU Acting President Luckes and Incoming President Tony Atwater Attend Governor Bob McDonnell’s Ceremonial Signing of Higher Education Reform Legislation

NSU Acting President Luckes and incoming President Tony Atwater, along with three NSU students, traveled to Richmond to witness Governor Bob McDonnell’s ceremonial signing of the “Preparing for the Top Jobs of the 21st Century: The Virginia Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2011.” McDonnell announced that as a result of this new legislation, Virginia institutions of higher learning will be adding approximately 6,000 new slots for in-state students this fall.

This projection was based on an early review of enrollment projections. The ‘Top Jobs’ legislation will increase access and affordability of higher education in the Commonwealth, creating a pathway towards awarding 100,000 more degrees over the next 15 years and will bring more innovation and accountability, and STEM concentration to Virginia’s colleges and universities.