In Honor of the Inauguration of Penn's Ninth President, Elizabeth Magill
Homecoming Weekend 2022
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Hosted by: Kislak Center
This display, on the occasion of the inauguration of Elizabeth Magill, Penn's Ninth President, will highlight the historical documents and traditional insignia of Penn and university presidents. Penn’s founding charters and constitutions from 1749, 1753 and 1755 along with the ceremonial keys of the University used in inaugurations since 1895 will be displayed along with documents from previous past inaugurations.
View the display in the Henry Charles Lea Library in Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center. No registration required.
This program is presented as part of Homecoming Weekend featuring Arts and Culture at Penn. Penn Alumni and partners across the University invite alumni and friends to participate in virtual and in-person programming. Learn more and find all upcoming programs on the Penn Alumni website.
Image: Ceremonial keys to the College, with insignia and cushion, used for the June 11, 1895 inauguration of Charles C. Harrison as provost.