Inauguration Ceremony
9:45 a.m. Processional
10–11:30 a.m. Ceremony
Festival Concert Hall in Challey Hall
A formal academic ceremony including this year’s State of the University address delivered by President Stewart as part of the full inauguration program.

Inaugural Community & Campus Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Outdoor location on campus
(Weather contingency location: Memorial Union Oceti Sakowin Ballroom)
A casual, come-and-go gathering with a complimentary meal. Everyone is invited to stop by, connect and celebrate together.

President’s Inaugural Celebration
5:30 p.m. – Social
6:30 p.m. – Dinner
Red River Valley Fairgrounds
The celebration will be a formal, black-tie optional ticketed event, with ticket pricing reflecting the full dinner and program.

More details and formal invitations will be shared in the coming weeks. We look forward to celebrating together as One NDSU.