Join us for the inauguration of Carroll College's 20th President, Dr. Jennifer Glowienka, on Tuesday, September 15 at 12:30 pm in the Carroll College PE Center. A community reception will be held following the inauguration.
Presidential Inauguration of Jennifer Glowienka, Ph.D.
| Tuesday, September 8 - Instilling an enduring wonder for knowledge that will prepare students for leadership and their chosen vocation | ||
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| 12:30 p.m. | Career Day Prep Workshops | PE Center |
| Wednesday, September 9 - Welcoming all persons of good will in a cooperative journey toward truth and virtue | ||
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| 4:00 p.m. | Interfaith Prayer Service | All Saints Chapel |
| Thursday, September 10 - Offering an integrative and value-centered education rooted in freedom of inquiry | ||
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| 7:00 a.m. | Community Breakfast | Lower CUBE |
| 12:00 p.m. | Rosary in Honor of Inauguration | Borromeo Chapel |
| 7:00 p.m. | Magnifica humanitas and the Mission of Carroll College: A Panel Discussion | Lower CUBE |
| Friday, September 11 - Serving all with humility, especially our neighbors who are poor and marginalized | ||
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| 12:00 p.m. | Service Friday | CUBE |
| 4:00 p.m. | Ice Cream Social | PE Center |
| 6:00 p.m. | Volleyball vs. Bellevue University | PE Center |
| Saturday, September 12 | ||
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| 3:00 p.m. | Volleyball vs. Dakota State University | PE Center |
| Sunday, September 13 | ||
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| 10:00 a.m. | Women’s Soccer vs. Whitworth University | Nelson Stadium |
| 7:00 p.m. | Sunday Night Mass | All Saints Chapel |
| Monday, September 14 - Engaging faithfully the intellectual tradition and the teachings of the Catholic Church | ||
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| 11:00 a.m. | Presidential Inauguration Luncheon (Invite Only) | TBD |
| 6:30 p.m. | Inauguration Mass/Mass of the Holy Spirit | Cathedral of St. Helena |
| 7:30 p.m. | Reception | Brondel Center |
| Tuesday, September 15 - Installation Ceremony Day | ||
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| 8:30 a.m. | Donuts & Coffee | Upper CUBE |
| 12:30 p.m. | Inauguration | PE Center |
| 2:30 p.m. | Community Reception | Plaza between PE Center and HAC |
FAQ
The installation ceremony of Dr. Jennifer Glowienka will take place on Tuesday, September 15, at 12:30 p.m. in the PE Center. Several events are planned throughout the week leading up to the ceremony to celebrate this historic occasion.
Everyone is welcome! We simply ask that you RSVP in advance. You can register here. When you RSVP, please select the affiliation that best describes you, such as Student, Faculty/Staff, Alumni, Community Member, or College/University Delegate.
We are honored to welcome Dr. Donna M. Carroll, President of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities, as the keynote speaker for the installation ceremony.
The inauguration of President Jennifer Glowienka marks a historic milestone in Carroll College’s history. The ceremony will celebrate the college’s Catholic mission, its deep connection to the Helena community, and a shared commitment to opening doors of opportunity, empowering human potential, and leading with hope.
The program will include remarks from President Jennifer Glowienka, Carroll College Board of Trustees Chair Dr. Joyce Stewart, Associated Students of Carroll College President Maria Ackerman, and a keynote address by Dr. Donna Carroll, President of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities, along with additional speakers and special guests.
Because parking on campus is limited, we encourage guests to carpool whenever possible.
Yes. The ceremony will be livestreamed and recorded. A link to watch the livestream will be available here.
In addition to the installation ceremony, a variety of events will be held throughout Inauguration Week for the Carroll community and the public. You can view a list of featured events here.
No. Unless otherwise noted, all Inauguration Week events are free and open to both the Carroll community and the public.
No. The college will operate on its regular academic schedule throughout Inauguration Week. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to participate in events as their schedules allow.
