Inauguration of NDSU’s 16th President

North Dakota State University invites the campus community, alumni, partners and friends to celebrate the inauguration of Marshall Stewart as NDSU’s 16th president on Thursday, Oct. 1. This ceremonial milestone, which will include the annual State of the University address, is an opportunity to come together as One NDSU, honor the university’s land-grant mission and look ahead to the future of education, research and service.

Inauguration Events

Thursday, Oct. 1

Inauguration Ceremony

9 a.m. Refreshments
9:45 a.m. Processional and Ceremony
Challey Hall, Festival Concert Hall
Virtual livestream option will be available on this web page during the event.

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.
Administration Avenue — From Memorial Union’s west entrance to University Drive
(Inclement weather location: Memorial Union 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
Butler Arena, Red River Valley Fairgrounds

$100 per person | Black tie optional

RSVP by Sept. 17

Community Fireworks Celebration

9 p.m.
Grandstand, Red River Valley Fairgrounds

The day will conclude with a free fireworks display open to the community. Bring your family and friends and join us as we celebrate this historic occasion for NDSU.

Campus Visitor Parking

Free parking will be available in the southwest part of campus. Visitors attending campus-held inauguration events can park in the southern half of the T-2 lot, located at the intersection of 12th Avenue North and Bolley Drive. Overflow parking is available in open spaces in the T lot, south of T-2, and the TA lot, west of T-2 (shown in the image). See the campus parking lot map for a full view.