Information for Delegates
We are honored to welcome delegates representing colleges, universities and learned societies to the Inauguration of our seventh president, Andrea Goldsmith.
Delegates are invited to participate in the Academic Procession. RSVP by Tuesday, March 10.
The Investiture of Andrea Goldsmith
Saturday, April 18, 2026 | Stony Brook Arena (West Campus)
Ceremony Details
10 am | Robing and Refreshments, Stony Brook Arena, Pritchard Gym
10:45 am | Academic Procession begins
11 am | Investiture Ceremony (approximately 90 minutes)
12:30 pm | Reception, Stony Brook Union
Tickets
Tickets are not required for procession participants.
Guests are welcome to attend and should register for a General Admission ticket. Guests are not permitted in the robing and assembly area.
Academic Procession | Attire and Assembly
All delegates participating in the Academic Procession are responsible for bringing their own academic dress. Please do not ship robes to Stony Brook University.
The Academic Procession assembly will take place in Pritchard Gym, Stony Brook Arena. This area will open at 10 am and light refreshments will be provided.
After parking, please proceed to the Stony Brook Arena main entrance on Toll Drive. Once you have cleared security and bag check, continue to Pritchard Gym for check-in and lineup. University marshals and staff will be available to direct you.
You are welcome to leave personal items in the secured robing area during the ceremony. Please note that Stony Brook University is not responsible for any lost items. At the conclusion of the ceremony, the procession will return to the robing area. Please collect your belongings before proceeding to the reception.
Directions | Parking
Parking information will be emailed to you as we get closer to the ceremony.
Greetings
Your institution can send a congratulatory message or other acknowledgment to President Goldsmith.
Questions or Special Accommodations?
Please email us at inauguration2026@stonybrook.edu
