A Look Back at 2023
From momentous academic achievements and campus changes—culminating with the opening of the Cummings School of Nursing & Health Sciences—to 30 storied years of Endicott athletics and beyond, 2023 was another extraordinary year at the Nest.
Here’s a look back at all we accomplished as a Gull community in 2023.
And while we’re at it, thanks for reading News at the Nest in 2023, too. Here are the top 10 most-read stories from the year, just in case you missed anything.
1. Endicott College Unveils New Cummings School of Nursing & Health Sciences
In a ribbon-cutting ceremony that drew community members far and wide, Endicott College celebrated the opening of the new Cummings School of Nursing & Health Sciences—the result of a historic $20 million partnership with Cummings Foundation. Read more.
2. Inside Endicott’s ‘Haunted’ Houses
In a region known for its witchy history and ghostly lore, Endicott has managed to escape the spooky spotlight—until now. Read more—if you dare!
3. From Baseball to Life’s Curveballs
Rian Schwede ’23 was used to battling baseball rivals, but battling stage 3 testicular cancer proved the hardest fight of his life. Read more.
4. With Tuscan Village, This Endicott Alum is Building a City Within a City
With the construction of Tuscan Village, Kenny Sturgess ’17 M’18 is working to make Salem, N.H., a year-round destination for New Englanders to work, live, and play. Read more.
5. Dancing Out of the Nest and Into TD Garden
With a new season for the Boston Celtics underway, Steven O’Connor ’22 is once again taking his smooth moves to center court as a rookie captain and performer with the Celtics Dancers. Read more.
6. Kenneth Cole Named 2023 Endicott College Commencement Speaker
Renowned activist and global fashion designer Kenneth Cole will be the 2023 Endicott College Commencement speaker on May 20, 2023. Read more.
7. Meet Endicott’s Distinguished Professors
Last spring, Endicott College named two new Distinguished Professors—bringing the total to four—and the group is making a “tremendous impact” in the classroom and the real world. Read more.
8. A Whole New Ballgame
The Endicott softball team is back for a new season. After last year’s success, winning is once again the focus—especially for the team’s graduating seniors. Read more.
9. Applied Behavior Analysis: New Opportunities for a Growing Field
Endicott’s new Institute for Applied Behavioral Science widens the scope of opportunity for students. Read more.
10. Sun, Fun, and Memories at Homecoming and Family Weekend
It couldn’t have been a better Homecoming & Family Weekend at Endicott—perfect fall weather, football wins, alumni honors, delicious food, and so much more. Read more.