Events of Inauguration
Check out these events for the upcoming Inauguration of President Beck Taylor. All students are welcome to attend.
Events calendar and descriptions can be found at https://www.samford.edu/departments/president/19/inauguration#contents .
Monday, November 1
Samford Medallion Awards
5 p.m.
Brock Recital Hall
Convo credit available. No tickets or reservations required.
The Samford Medallion Award recognizes persons whose good works have made a difference in society, in community affairs, in the life of the church, and in the quality of life for individuals.
Tuesday, November 2
Samford Worship Team
7:30 p.m.
Reid Chapel
No tickets or reservations required
Join the university community for an inspiring program presented by the Samford Worship Team and the School of the Arts.
Thursday, November 4
Samford University Presidential Inauguration
10 a.m.
Leslie Stephen Wright Fine Arts Center
Convo credit available, tickets required. RSVP on Samford’s website.
The pomp and historic formality of academic ceremony combines with Samford University’s 180-year tradition in the installation service for Beck A. Taylor as Samford University’s 19th president.
Thursday, November 4
Reception for Delegates and Honored Guests
11 a.m.
University Quadrangle
President and Mrs. Taylor to host official delegates and honored guests at a brunch reception on the university quadrangle.
Thursday, November 4
Inaugural Ball
Hosted by Samford’s Student Government Association
7 p.m. until 11 p.m.
Seibert Hall
Samford University students, faculty, staff, delegates, and honored guests are invited to attend the Presidential Inaugural Ball. Enjoy delicious food and refreshing beverages while listening to the musical stylings of both Samford University’s renowned Jazz Orchestra and party band, Main Attraction. Celebrate with President and Mrs. Taylor and stay for the crowning of the Homecoming King, Queen, and Court. As the Inaugural Ball is taking place during Homecoming Week, we will celebrate Homecoming during this event as well. Students are encouraged to attend. Tickets are required; RSVP at the website!
Dress: Jackets required; Black-tie optional
You can register at these events and check out other inaugural events on Samford’s website, www.samford.edu/departments/president/19/inauguration#contents.
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