MELVILLE, N.Y., May 26, 2017 – Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq:HSIC) today announced that Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, received an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Hofstra University on May 21 before addressing graduating students from the school’s Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, and Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science.

“We are delighted to have one of Long Island's most successful businessmen addressing our graduates at commencement,” said Hofstra President Stuart Rabinowitz.

Mr. Bergman’s speech and the entire commencement ceremony can be viewed here.

“It is my privilege to address the next generation of leaders as they embark on what are certain to be long and successful careers built on the solid foundations from one of our nation’s finest institutions,” Mr. Bergman said. “I thank Hofstra University for this prestigious honor. Most importantly, I congratulate the graduating class of 2017. Henry Schein is fortunate to employ many Hofstra alumni whose intelligence, ingenuity and passion contribute greatly to our success, and we look forward to seeing how this year’s graduates shape the future of our shared society.”