30th Presidential Inauguration VIP
Presidential Inauguration
and State of the University Address
• • •
Friday, September 24, 2021
Front steps of the Tower
The University of Texas at Austin
Board of Regents
The University of Texas System
Chancellor James B. Milliken
The University of Texas System
and
The University of Texas at Austin
invite you to
The inauguration of the 30th president
of The University of Texas at Austin
Jay Hartzell
and his address on
the state of the university
11 a.m.
Investiture Ceremony
The investiture ceremony is the formal introduction of Jay Hartzell as the 30th president of The University of Texas at Austin and will include the presentation of presidential symbols.
Immediately following
the Investiture ceremony
State of the University
In his State of the University Address, President Hartzell will share his vision and plans for the university.
#UTSoU
Noon—1:30 p.m.
Campus Celebration
Members of the UT campus community are invited to a celebration including BBQ, food trucks, entertainment and Longhorn favorites.
4—6 p.m.
Reception
After the campus celebration, a reception will be held in the Founder’s Lounge at Darrell K. Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium for selected invitees to meet President Hartzell. Details below.
Know Before You Go
Seating opens at 10 a.m.
Bag check will be in effect — all bags will be searched
Prohibited items:
- Artificial noisemakers
- Megaphones or any item that amplifies sound
- Banners, signs, flags, flag poles, selfie sticks, or umbrellas
- Explosive and flammable materials, disabling chemicals and other dangerous items
- Weapons
No weapons of any kind are permitted in this event space. Any individual carrying a weapon on campus must secure their weapon in their vehicle or other property prior to entering this event space. This policy does not include weapons used by off-duty law enforcement officers. - Items deemed a safety hazard or annoyance (Frisbees, balloons, projectiles, laser pointers, fireworks, firearms, weapons, etc.)
- Pets (except service dogs)
The service dog should be wearing identifiable attire and be harnessed or tethered in some fashion - Tobacco products (See smoking and tobacco policy)
Meet the President
Jay Hartzell is the 30th President of The University of Texas at Austin. He previously served as the 12th dean of the McCombs School of Business and has been a member of the UT Austin faculty since 2001.
Map and Parking
1. Ceremony
The inauguration will be held at the front steps of the Tower on the University of Texas at Austin campus.
Parking details will be sent via email.
2. Reception
Founder’s Lounge
Darrell K. Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium
2108 Robert Dedman Drive
South End Zone, Level 4
Parking is available across the street in Manor Garage and will be validated for attendees.