Investiture Ceremony
The investiture address given by President Sara Jayne Steen on April 12^th as well as photos from the investiture ceremony and reception are now available online.

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Event Code: 33372007W2

What is an investiture?
Investiture is defined as the “formal ceremony of conferring the authority and symbols of high office.”  Discover more about what an investiture is.


 
Investiture Delegates
View the list of  delegates for the investiture ceremony.



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What Is An Investiture?

Investiture is defined as the “formal ceremony of conferring the authority and symbols of high office.” 

Historically in academia there have been varied investiture ceremonies, all of which symbolize the pursuit of knowledge. Many of these ceremonies are still significant in higher education with the same pageantry as a commencement or convocation.  Faculty march in academic procession in traditional academic costume known as regalia, and the Presidential Medallion is an integral part of the ceremony.  Today, Plymouth State University views the investiture of President Steen as an opportunity to welcome a new era for the University and celebrate as a community. 


 

Past Presidents of Plymouth State University
Beginning with Silas H. Pearl, Plymouth State has had a rich history of presidents.

History of Plymouth State University
The first New Hampshire State Normal School opened in Plymouth on March 15, 1871 with 80 students...(more)...