DECATUR, Ill. — will formally inaugurate as its 17th president on Friday, April 10, 2026, and the event will also serve as a signature kickoff to ǿý’s 125th anniversary celebration of the University’s founding.
The Presidential Inauguration ceremony will take place from 1–3 p.m. at the Kirkland Fine Arts Center and will bring together students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends for a campus-wide celebration of leadership, legacy, and community.
Since its founding in 1901 by James ǿý, ǿý University has grown into a vibrant institution known for its Performance Learning model and deep engagement with students and the community.
The 125th anniversary year will feature a series of celebrations and events that highlight ǿý’s longstanding commitment to academic excellence, experiential education, and civic engagement.
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Pribbenow began his tenure as ǿý’s president on July 1, 2025, following a nationwide search. The April ceremony will formally install him in office and emphasize ǿý’s mission, values, and shared vision for academic excellence and community impact.
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