What is the purpose of an inauguration at a university?
A presidential inauguration is a chance for the university and the surrounding community
to come together to celebrate the next steps in the life of the institution. Faculty,
staff, students and community stakeholders are all welcome to attend. This event is
also a moment for the university to heighten its visibility across the broader higher
education community and continue time honored academic traditions, such as the processional
of delegates, university leadership past and present, and faculty members. It also
allows the new president to address the entire university and share her vision for
the institution moving forward.
President Law’s administration began in March 2022, why is the Inauguration in January
2023?
Inaugurations are typically scheduled several months after the new president assumes
office. This allows the new president to focus on important university initiatives,
for ceremonial preparations to be made, and for invited guests from across the country
to make the proper travel arrangements to attend.
What is the difference between the inauguration, investiture, and installation?
The inauguration refers to the entire day or week’s events celebrating the new president,
which includes the formal academic ceremony, also known as an Investiture Ceremony.
The formal installation will take place when President Law is presented with the presidential
chain of office by the Board of Trustees during the Investiture Ceremony.
Who may attend the Investiture Ceremony?
The Investiture Ceremony is open to anyone in the USF community and beyond to attend
as a guest. Higher education delegates and USF faculty members and administrators
are invited to participate in the ceremony processional. Members of the USF community
and beyond are also invited to join President Law for a campus-wide Inaugural Reception
immediately following the Investiture Ceremony. Refreshments will be served.
Were the Inauguration events free to attend?
Yes.
Was a ticket required to attend the Investiture Ceremony?
No.
Was the Investiture Ceremony streamed online?
Yes, the Investiture Ceremony was streamed online via the university’s YouTube channel
and the recording can be viewed here.
Was there a reserved seating section for guests with accessibility and special needs?
There was no pre-assigned seating for guests with disabilities as our venue had ample
accommodations available. Wheelchair seating was available and those spaces were given
on a first come, first served basis. Please be aware that the Yuengling Center does
not have wheelchairs or other equipment to loan or rent.