The Presidential Inauguration of Dr. Ron K. Patterson

Presidential Panel and Faculty Symposium

2–3:30 p.m.
Don I. Tharpe Lecture Hall - School of Engineering (EP 1303)

The Presidential Panel and Faculty Symposium is a moderated discussion focused on a variety of topics and research led by our world-class faculty. More details coming soon.

Celebration in the Quad

4–4:45 p.m.
Quad

Enjoy a fun afternoon in the Quad. Meet Racer One and enjoy popular hits performed by Murray State's own Commercial Music Ensemble. 

First Lady Cookout and Ice Cream Social

4:45–6 p.m.
Quad

First Lady Jenny Patterson will host a cookout and ice cream social. Enjoy great food, meet the Racer Band and Dunker. Catch a Presidential Inauguration shirt in the Racer Athletics T-Shirt Toss, and learn more about our Residential Colleges and Student Organizations! Sponsored by Town & Gown.

Campus Scavenger Hunt

6–7 p.m.
Various locations around campus

Bring your team of up to four students to the Quad to begin a Scavenger Hunt around various campus locations. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams at the investiture ceremony!

Presidential Investiture

11 a.m.
Lovett Auditorium

 Join us for the investiture of Murray State University’s 15th President, Dr. Ron K. Patterson. Attendees are encouraged to be seated by 10:50 a.m. when the March of Delegates begins. The ceremony will include music by Murray State students, President Patterson’s investiture address, the ceremonial presentation of the chain of office, and the announcement of the campus scavenger hunt winners.

Presidential Investiture Reception

Following the Ceremony
Pogue Library

All are invited to a special reception inside Pogue Library's Wells T. Lovett Grand Reading Room immediately following the investiture ceremony.