Claudine Gay’s Inauguration
Claudine Gay’s Inauguration
Join us in celebrating Harvard’s 30th president and explore nearly four centuries of leadership at the University.
Last updated: September 2023
A celebration to remember
Look back on all the fanfare and insightful moments from President Gay’s inauguration.
All of Harvard celebrates
Harvard students, faculty, staff, and alumni congratulate President Claudine Gay on her inauguration.
- Inauguration address
President Gay asks "Why not?"
- Community-wide celebration
Dancing, singing, and ringing in a new era
- Academic symposium
Taking aim at real, global solutions
- Community conversations
Claudine Gay has big plans
- Archives exhibition
"A Moment of Possibility"
Connecting with the community
Since her presidency was , Claudine Gay has been engaging with the Harvard community through a campus-spanning , a welcoming , a reflective , and an empowering .
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