The Presidential Inauguration
Author: News Bureau
Posted: Monday, September 22, 2014 2:05 PM
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The inauguration of Dr. Christopher Blake as president of Middle Georgia State College will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, Oct. 17th.
Learn more about the Investiture Ceremony, Foundation Gala and Inauguration Week Events.
In the days leading up to the inauguration, there will be a variety of events taking place on Middle Georgia State’s campuses. All events are open to the public and, unless noted, admission is free.
| SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 | |||||||
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| Macon Campus | |||||||
| 8:00 A.M. | 5K & Fun Run $20 if registered before Oct. 1; $30 after Oct. 1. All proceeds go toward Middle Georgia State College scholarships. | ||||||
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 13 | |||||||
| Cochran Campus | |||||||
| All day | Student Arts Festival RUSSELL HALL, PEACOCK GALLERY | ||||||
| Macon Campus | |||||||
| All day | Student Arts Festival PROFESSIONAL SCIENCES CENTER, SECOND FLOOR | ||||||
| 3:00-6:30 P.M. | Georgia Humanities Council Symposia: Stories from the Great Recession
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| 3:00-5:00 p.m. | School of Health Sciences presents Addressing the Future of Health Care Symposium Arts Complex Theatre | ||||||
| 5:00-6:00 p.m. | School of Information Technology presents Technology Showcase Professional Science Center, Lakeside | ||||||
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14 | |||||||
| Cochran Campus | |||||||
| 12:00-4:00 p.m. | Fall Festival Front of Walker Hall | ||||||
| Dublin Campus | |||||||
| 10:00-Noon | School of Health Sciences and Smart Choice 4 Me Team present Heart and Lungs Exhibits MAIN BUILDING | ||||||
| 4:00-5:00 p.m. | Reception Student Center | ||||||
| 5:00-6:00 p.m. | Guest Speaker: Mr. Gerald DeWorth, associate medical center director of Carl Vinson VA Medical Center, will discuss "Connections of the VA Medical Center with Health Care and Higher Education." Student Center | ||||||
| Macon Campus | |||||||
| 2:00-4:00 p.m. | School of Health Sciences presents Patient Care Simulation Exhibit Jones Building, RM 155 | ||||||
| 5:30 p.m. | School of Business presents Business Ethics Panel Discussion followed by announcement of student winners in Knights' Business Battle, a business plan competition sponsored by the School of Business Professional Science Center, Banquet Hall | ||||||
| 7:00 p.m. | Student Life presents musician Gary Johnson recently named Musician of the Year by Campus Activities Magazine, Mr. Johnson uses Live Looping technology, layering instrumental and vocal tracks to create a full band sound. Math Auditorium | ||||||
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15 | |||||||
| Cochran Campus | |||||||
| 4:00-6:00 P.M. | International Festival featuring food and entertainment including performance by The Midlife Chryslers Front of Walker Hall | ||||||
| 4:00-6:00 P.M. | Ribbon Cutting/Open House and Reception for School of Health Sciences - Occupational Therapy Assistant and Nursing Departments' new facility Roberts Library, 1st floor | ||||||
| 5:30 P.M. | Percussionist Miguel Castro, Middle Georgia State College's artist-in-residence, performing with the student band, The Jazz Knights Front of Walker Hall | ||||||
| Macon Campus | |||||||
| 7:00 P.M. | Office of Student Life presents Joel Meyers, illusionist, comedian and magician MATH AUDITORIUM | ||||||
| Warner Robins Campus | |||||||
| 10:30 A.M. | Guest Speaker: Dr. Benjamin S. Lawson, Fulbright Scholar and English professor at Florida State University. His topic is "Worlds Awaiting: A Talk on Global Perspectives." Walker Auditorium | ||||||
| 11:30-1:30 P.M. | International Food Festival presented by the Office of Student Life featuring performances by the International Students and Studies Association members OAK HALL | ||||||
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16 | |||||||
| Eastman Campus | |||||||
| 11:15 A.M. | School of Aviation presents Aviation Day at the Eastman Campus with guest speaker Mr. Steve Justice, director of the Georgia Center of Innovation for Aerospace. His topic is “The Aerospace Industry in Georgia.” POWERPLANT HANGAR | ||||||
| 11:30 A.M. | School of Aviation's special presentation to President Christopher Blake Powerplant Hangar | ||||||
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17 | |||||||
| Macon Campus | |||||||
| 10:00 A.M. | The Investiture Ceremony for Christopher Blake, Ph.D. Recreation and Wellness Center | ||||||
| 6:00 P.M. | The Middle Georgia State College Foundation Board of Trustees hosts The President's Inauguration Gala & Silient Auction $100 per seat or $700 per table for 8 Recreation and Wellness Center For More Information Click Here | ||||||
| 7:00 P.M. | Student Life presents the Brazilian 2wins Band. Walter and Wagner Caldas of Rio de Janeiro pull aspects from pop, rock, funk, fusion, hip-hop and Latin, customizing every show to fit the audience and atmosphere. Arts Complex theatre | ||||||