President's Communications
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Solving Michigan's Nursing Shortage
North Central Michigan President David Roland Finley joined Representatives John Damoose and John Roth at a press conference in Lansing on November 10, 2021, to announce a plan that would allow Michigan community colleges to offer Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees.
2021 Commencement Address
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. I’m President David Roland Finley. On behalf of the faculty, administration, and the Board of Trustees, I welcome you to North Central Michigan College, as we observe the 61st commencement of this great institution.
August 2020 Employee Retirement Remarks
Good afternoon. Today we have the pleasure of honoring four longtime North Central team members with a combined 81 years of service to the college. We congratulate them and wish them well in their retirement!
2020 Virtual Commencement Address
Good evening. I’m Dr. David Roland Finley, president of North Central Michigan College. On behalf of the faculty, administration, staff, and the Board of Trustees, I welcome you to North Central’s 2020 graduation ceremony.
Investiture Address
Thank you very much Chairman Millard and members of the North Central Michigan College Board of Trustees. I extend further thanks to college and university delegates present, as well federal, state, tribal, and local officials in attendance.