Inauguration of Shepherd’s 17th President Cameron B. Wesson, Ph.D.

We invite the entire Ram Fam to join us as we celebrate the Inauguration of Dr. Cameron B. Wesson as the 17th President of Shepherd University. We’ve planned three days of events to commemorate this momentous occasion. We hope you can join us to meet Dr. Wesson and connect with our students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Inauguration Celebration Schedule Oct. 28-30

Shep-Or-Treat*

Community Inauguration Event
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 6 p.m. | @Parking Lot G

Ram Fam Community Picnic*

Featured Inauguration Event
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 2:30 p.m. | @Shepherd University Soccer Complex

Men’s Soccer vs West Chester*

Featured Inauguration Event
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 3 p.m. | @Shepherd University Soccer Complex

A Welcome Beginning: Student Event with President Cam*

Student Inauguration Event
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 11 a.m. | @Potomac Place

Investiture Ceremony of Dr. Cameron B. Wesson

Friday, October 30, 2026 | 2 p.m. | @Butcher Athletics Center

Investiture Community Reception

Friday October 30, 2026 | 3:30 p.m. | @Shepherd University Wellness Center

Shepherd University Jazz Ensemble Concert

In Honor of the Inauguration of President Wesson
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 7 p.m. | @Frank Arts Center

*Weather may impact the location of outdoor events

Accommodations

Shepherd University is pleased to offer guests travelling to celebrate Dr. Wesson’s Inauguration the opportunity to reserve a room with one of our local hotels. Please use the information below.