For more information about the inaugural activities, please contact:
Office of the President
302.857.6001
Inaugural Activities
09/15/2010 5:00 pm
09/18/2010 1:00 am
The Delaware State University Board of Trustees proudly invites you to the Installation Ceremony of Dr. Harry L. Williams on Friday, Sept. 17 at 10 a.m. in the Memorial Hall Gymnasium. Please refer to this website for a complete listing of all inauguration events scheduled to take place from Wed., Sept. 15 through Sat., Sept. 18.
Events are subject to change. Please refer back to this website for updates.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Important Links
Hotel Accommodations
The Fairfield Inn and Suites is the official Inaugural Hotel. The hotel is located at 655 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, Delaware 19901. The hotel is less than one mile from the main campus of Delaware State University.
To book under the DSU Inaugural Package there are 2 options:
Book your reservations online at www.marriot.com/dovfi. Under “Check Rates and Availability,” enter your check-in and check-out dates. Under room packages, select the DSU Inaugural Package.
Call Marriott Reservations at (888) 236-2427 and ask for Fairfield Inn in Dover, Delaware, or call the hotel directly at (302) 677-0900 and ask for the DSU Inaugural Package.
Inaugural Kickoff Lecture — a focus on research Michael N. Liebman, Ph.D., president and managing director of Strategic Medicine, Inc., will speak on "Personalized Medicine: Challenges, Opportunities and What it Means to You."
Sponsored by the College of Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Technology
6:00 p.m.
DSU, Longwood Auditorium, Bank of America Building
Free and open to the community.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
DSU in Motion—Connecting Research to our Communities DSU faculty showcase the University's extensive research portfolio.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. DSU, Martin Luther King, Jr. Student Center, 2nd floor Parlors Free and open to the community. Light refreshments.
Alumni Art Exhibit and Reception Meet alumni artists and view their diverse works of art.
Exhibit runs 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. daily Sept. 1-18
Meet the Artist Reception: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Thurs., Sept. 16) DSU, Art Center Gallery in the William C. Jason Library Reception is free and open to the community. For more info, call the Office of Alumni Relations at (302) 857-6050.
Employee Recognition Ceremony—Celebrating Service This ceremony will feature entertainment and the distribution of service awards for employees with 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35+ years of service at Delaware State University. The new “Inspire Awards” will also be presented. Entertainment by the June Evans and Mercy City.
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Cocktails from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Dover Downs Hotel and Casino, Ballroom A, Dover, DE Invitation only. RSVP required. For more info, call the Office of Human Resources at (302) 857-6261.
Friday, September 17, 2010
Installation Ceremony
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. DSU, Memorial Hall Gymnasium (overflow accommodations in the Theatre, Education and Humanities Building and the Longwood Auditorium in the Bank of America Building) Free and open to the community. For more info, call the Office of the President at (302) 857-6001.
Witness the Inauguration of Dr. Harry L. Williams as the 10th president of Delaware State University. The University’s tradition of Convocation will also be included. This ceremony will feature special guest speakers, the DSU Concert Choir, the Approaching Storm Marching Band and more.
Investiture Reception Immediately following the Installation Ceremony Outdoor basketball court area between the Memorial Hall Gymnasium and the MLK Student Center (Rain location: Wellness and Recreation Center) Free and open to the community.
An Evening of Inspiration(Black Tie - optional)
Celebrate the new presidency of Dr. Harry L. Williams. An exciting evening awaits you with entertainment by featured artist Karen Somerville, jazz and blues vocalist, accompanied by the Joe Holt Trio. Festivities will also include a silent auction, heavy hors d’oeuvres, gourmet desserts and more. Proceeds will benefit DSU student scholarships.
$75 per person - RSVP required by Sept. 3. For more info, call the Office of Development at (302) 857-6055.
This event is sold out. If you have questions, please contact the Office of Development at (302) 857-6055.
Student event: Jazz & Poetry — In the Park After Dark
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. The Yard—DSU Plot Area For DSU students only. Free. Entertainment by Anonymouz Soul and SWAU.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Side-by-Side Community Pride The students of Delaware State University will conduct community service projects to show their pride in DSU and the surrounding community. The students are inspired by the enthusiasm and leadership of Dr. Harry L. Williams. DSU faculty, staff and alumni can also participate.
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sign-up required. For more info, call the Office of the Student Leadership and Activities at (302) 857-6390. Click here to sign up.
Click here for more information about the individual projects.
Student Ball—Making Our Mark on the World (Semi-formal) A celebration of the inspiration of Dr. Harry L. Williams and the start of a new school year.
8:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Memorial Hall Gymnasium $5 per student. For DSU students only. For more info, call the Office of the Student Leadership and Activities at (302) 857-6390.
