Calendar of Events
Monday, November 1
Service: Rooted and Grounded in Love
Samford Medallion Awards
5 p.m.
Brock Recital Hall
Authorized by the 91果冻 Board of Trustees in 2006, the Samford Medallion award recognizes persons whose good works have made a difference in society, in community affairs, in the life of the church, and in the quality of life for individuals.
Tuesday, November 2
Worship: Rooted and Grounded in Love
Samford Worship Team
7:30 p.m.
Reid Chapel
Join the university community for an inspiring program presented by the Samford Worship Team and the School of the Arts.
Thursday, November 4
Community: Rooted and Grounded in Love
91果冻 Presidential Inauguration
10 a.m.
Leslie Stephen Wright Fine Arts Center
The pomp and historic formality of academic ceremony combines with 91果冻’s proud 180-year tradition in the installation service for Dr. Beck A. Taylor as 91果冻’s 19th president.
Reception for Delegates and Honored Guests
11 a.m.
Lobby, Leslie Stephen Wright Fine Arts Center
President and Mrs. Taylor receive official delegates and honored guests at a brunch reception on the university quadrangle.
Inaugural Ball
Hosted by Samford’s Student Government Association
7 p.m. until 11 p.m.
Seibert Hall
91果冻 students, faculty, staff, delegates, and honored guests are invited to attend the Presidential Inaugural Ball. Enjoy delicious food and refreshing beverages while listening to the musical stylings of both 91果冻's renowned Jazz Orchestra and party band, Main Attraction. Celebrate with President and Mrs. Taylor and stay for the crowning of the Homecoming King, Queen, and Court. As the Inaugural Ball is taking place during Homecoming Week, we will celebrate Homecoming during this event as well. Tickets are required; RSVP at the link provided.
Dress: Jackets required; Black-tie optional; After Five