Inauguration details released for UF president Dr. Stuart Bell

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - UPDATE: New details were released Monday for the inauguration of new UF President Dr. Stuart Bell.

The inauguration will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 2:30 p.m. and will be held at the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.

According to UF, the inauguration will feature live music, original videos and special presentations by university dignitaries as well as longtime friends of the Bell family. 

At 4 p.m., a free street fair-like celebration with Texas-style barbecue fare, live performances, and interactive showcases created by UF’s 16 colleges and major units will happen in the Cultural Plaza. The celebration is open to everyone at UF. 

“President Bell has already brought incredible energy and a fresh sense of ambition to UF, and we’re excited to join him in building our bold future,” UF Board of Trustees Chair Mori Hosseini said. “We can’t wait to welcome and inaugurate him with a ceremony in the Phillips Center — and a joyful celebration of all things UF in the Cultural Plaza.” 

ORIGINAL STORY: The University of Florida is set to hold an inauguration ceremony for its next president this fall.

UF officials say Dr. Stuart Bell’s inauguration is set for Nov. 18. Additional details on the event will be made available in the coming weeks.

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The following individuals from across the campus will serve on the Inauguration Steering Committee:

• Aaron Hoover, Chief of Staff, Office of the Provost (Chair)
• Kevin Orr, Dean, College of the Arts (Vice Chair)
• Heather Ashley, Executive Director, UF Alumni Association
• Matthew Bravo, President, UF Student Government
• Michael Ceilley, Deputy Athletics Director and Chief Commercial Officer, University Athletic Association
• Sarah Coates, Archivist, UF Libraries
• Jason Degen, Director of Commencements, Office of the Provost
• Colleen Flage, Director of Executive Events, Office of the President
• Dr. Chris Hass, Associate Provost for Academic and Faculty Affairs, Office of the Provost
• Dr. R. Raymond Issa, Chair, Faculty Senate
• Brian Jose, Director, UF Performing Arts Center
• Bart Knowles, Chief, UF Police Department
• Maria Gutierrez Martin, Vice President, UF Advancement
• Dr. Shannon Lowe, Associate Professor and Associate Director, School of Music
• Jeremiah McInnis, Associate Director of Transportation, Transportation and Parking Services
• Chris Moran, Chief of Staff, IFAS Office of the Senior Vice President
• Steve Orlando, Interim Vice President, Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing
• Melissa Orth, Special Assistant to the President and Associate University Secretary, Office of the President
• Brandi Renton, Vice President, Office of Business Affairs
• Melanie Ross, Chief Communications Officer, UF Health
• Chuck Clemons, Vice President, Office of Government and Community Relations
• Dr. Heather White, Vice President, Office of Student Life
• Nicole Yucht, Assistant Vice President, UF Advancement Strategic Communications, Marketing and Engagement 

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