Inauguration Ceremony
John Bryant, Hofstra University, and White's college roommate gives the new president an official welcome from the higher education community. Photos by Brock Johnson '07
President White listens to one of the speakers with NAWM President Jay Fisher '66 on his right and, on his left, Chairman of the Board of Trustees Joe Barnette.
The Chapel was packed for the historic ceremony.
President White enjoys a remark made by Fisher during the NAWM president's remarks.
A good representation of students were on hand to see White inaugurated.
Kevin Pazour '07 offered greetings on behalf of the Wabash College student body.
Marc Hudson presented an original poem: "The Forest and the Clearing - An Inaugural Poem for Patrick White."
President White's family beamed from the Chapel seats. From left: son Paddy, daughters Molly and Katie, and his wife, Chris.
Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Joe Barnette, presents White with the Charge to the President.
A long view of the packed Chapel as White begins his Inaugural Address.
President White delivers his Inaugural speech, "An Uncommon Dream."
Barnette and White file out of the Chapel ready to head to the Inaugural Gala.