Designated University and Learned Society Participating in the Inauguration Processional
Assembly
Assemble at Heritage Hall in Bashor Lounge. You will check-in and enjoy refreshments before being lined up. We kindly ask that you provide your own regalia. If you do not have regalia (no caps), please contact the school or organization you are representing so that they may provide you with the necessary academic regalia. A secure room will be available for robing and for storing your personal belongings during the ceremony and luncheon.
You should plan on arriving no later than 8:45 a.m.
Processional
The inauguration processional will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. and will last about 25 minutes. All delegates will march from the front steps of Bovard Auditorium into Alumni Park. Each group of delegates will be led by at least one marshal to the appropriate seating area.
Attire
We kindly ask that you provide your own regalia (no caps). If you do not have a gown, please contact the school or organization you are representing so that they may provide you with the necessary academic regalia.
Luncheon
Following the ceremony, all guests are invited to attend a celebratory luncheon held in McCarthy Quad. There are no reservations necessary for this lunch – all are welcome.
Parking
Parking will be complimentary for inauguration events on Friday, September 20. If needed, reserved parking is available in the Downey Way Parking Structure for all delegates marching in the inauguration processional. Enter campus via the Downey Way Entrance at 36th Street and Vermont Avenue. Due to the large crowd expected, please allow ample time for entry into campus and walking to your designated line up location.