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Office of the President

Inauguration of President Jesse M. Bernal

Inauguration of the 10th President: Dr. Jesse M. Bernal

An inauguration marks the formal beginning of a presidency, but its deeper purpose is to welcome our community together, weave our shared strengths, and widen the opportunities ahead. At WestConn, the celebration will be funded entirely through sponsorships and philanthropy, and Dr. Bernal has committed to raising or matching every philanthropic dollar to support student scholarships. His vision reflects our theme—Weaving our strengths. Building our future.—by expanding opportunity, strengthening regional partnerships, and ensuring every learner can thrive.


March 26- 27, 2026

Danbury, Connecticut


Join us as we celebrate the investiture of ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ’s president and the shared work of advancing our students, our campus, and our region.

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Thursday, March 26

6:00 p.m. Presidential Inaugural GalaÌý(registration required)
The Amber Room Colonnade, Danbury, Connecticut

Friday, March 27

11:30 a.m.ÌýCommunity Luncheon & WestConn Showcase
³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ Westside Campus

2:00 p.m.ÌýInvestiture CeremonyÌý(Concert Hall space limited, overflow available)
Veronica Hagman Concert Hall, Visual & Performing Arts Center, ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ Westside Campus

4:30 p.m.ÌýInauguration Toast
Celebrating 20 Years of Science
³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ Midtown, Science Building

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Last updated: January 19, 2025

Please contactÌýpresident@wcsu.eduÌýif you have questions.