Schedule Of Inauguration Week Events
Sunday, March 22
7:00 PM – Worship Service
A worship service celebrating the inauguration of the University’s 6th President.
Location: Butler Chapel
Monday, March 23
7:00 PM – Academic Lecture
Location: Butler Chapel
Tuesday, March 24
All Day – Wiggins Memorial Library Academic Symposium
Location: Wiggins Memorial Library
5:00 PM – Awards Ceremony (Keynote by Dr. William M. Downs)
Location: Wiggins Memorial Library
7:30 PM – Fine Arts Presentation (choral presentation with international repertoire)
Location: Scott Concert Hall
Wednesday, March 25
1:00 PM – Founder’s Day Celebration including Founders Oak Dedication
Location: Academic Circle
8:00 PM – Movie Night
Location: Union Theater
Thursday, March 26
Day of Campbell and Community Service
5:00 PM – Student Cookout with the Downs
Location: Saylor Park
7:00 PM – Concert
Location: Saylor Park
Friday, March 27
2:00 PM – Investiture Ceremony for the 6th President of Campbell University, Dr. William M. Downs
Location: Convocation Center
3:00 PM – Reception open to all
Location:Oscar N. Harris Student Union
Meet The President
“Dr. Downs represents everything we hoped to find in Campbell University’s next president. With his extensive experience, deep personal faith, and infectious energy, he is uniquely qualified to elevate Campbell to new heights, while upholding our mission and values.” — Gene Lewis, Trustee Chairman
Meet Dr. Downs