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New Students Bring Their Talent and Ambition to Hartwick College

Hartwick officially welcomed 372 new first-year and transfer students during move-in day and orientation, marking the beginning of the 2024-25 academic year.

This diverse group hails from 20 states and 11 countries, with an impressive average high school GPA of 88 and an SAT score of 1,216.

Among them, 74 students plan to major in nursing, 56 in business administration, 21 in inclusive elementary education, 12 in art, seven in cybersecurity, and 11 in the college’s newest major, sport management.

Hartwick College students walking down Memorial Staircase to Frisbee Field

During the College’s Opening Convocation on Thursday, August 22, President James H. Mullen, Jr. spoke to the students about the boundless opportunities that await them.

Hartwick College Interim President James H. Mullen, Jr.

“As students, each of you will also have opportunities that today you can’t yet even imagine. To achieve personal growth. To find fulfillment in the classroom, on the playing field and the stage, in the studio and the laboratory. To find peace amid the beauty of our trails and at Pine Lake. And to develop friendships that are lasting and true.”

James H. Mullen, Jr.

President

Vice President for Enrollment Management and Athletics Bryan Gross also took the podium during convocation to share valuable insights about the incoming class.

“You have also accomplished both interesting and noteworthy feats prior to coming to Hartwick,” said Gross. “Among you, we have someone who is both a premier violinist and a tattoo artist, a working freelance photographer, an American citizen who has lived in Hong Kong, and a songwriter who finds inspiration for music while rollerblading and building legos. This is just a small sampling of your many unique and fun accomplishments.”

Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Laurel Bongiorno offered advice to the newest members of Oyaron Hill. “Hartwick has so many opportunities for you,” she said. “Go on a career exploration trip to Washington, D.C., Boston or California. Register for a January Term travel course and see the world. Join a club. Get an internship. Get a job on campus. Go to a concert.”

She encouraged students to embrace their time at Hartwick, enjoy the beautiful views, explore Pine Lake and Table Rock, and make new friends. Most importantly, she emphasized her number #1 tip for success: “Go to Class!”

Take a closer look at the Class of 2028! Check out the results of a survey completed by the first-year students.

Favorite Music Artist or Band:
14.7%: Zach Bryan
7.3%: Tie – Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish
6.4%: Morgan Wallen

Favorite Movie This Past Year:
22%: Anyone But You
21.2%: Inside Out 2
14.7%: Deadpool and Wolverine

Favorite TV Show This Past Year:
21.3%: Outer Banks
9.3%: TIE – Stranger Things and Euphoria
6.5%: TIE – Wednesday and Solo Leveling

Ideal Vacation:
33.9%: Relaxing on a beach
22%: Sightseeing in Europe
16.5%: Staying home with family and friends

Favorite Study Abroad Location:
19.3%: Spain
16.5%: Japan
15.6%: England

Most Excited to Do at Hartwick College:
38.5%: Making new friends and having fun
20.2%: Becoming smarter and learning new things
18.3%: Playing a sport

Hartwick College Class of 2028 with President Mullen and Swoop
August 29, 2024
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