Middlebury will celebrate the inauguration of Ian B. Baucom, Middlebury’s eighteenth president, October 31–November 2, culminating with the installation ceremony on Sunday, November 2, at 10:15 a.m. in Virtue Field House. A schedule of related events is posted below.
About President Baucom
Schedule of Events
Below are events planned in celebration of the presidential inauguration. We also invite you to view the Middlebury College Events Calendar for additional activities happening that weekend.
Friday, October 31
Wilson Hall
Meet and Greet with President Baucom
Open to all Middlebury staff
Middlebury staff, please join President Baucom in Wilson Hall for a casual meet-and-greet. This is an excellent opportunity for staff to stop by, say hello, and chat with him over light refreshments—no formal agenda—just good conversation and connection. We hope to see you there!
Dana Auditorium
Academic Roundtables
Open to the public
Join us for two engaging roundtable sessions exploring the role of higher education in today’s world. Attend one or both sessions.
2:00 PM: What is Middlebury For? On Climate Responsibility—moderated by environmentalist and author Bill McKibben
3:00 PM: What is Middlebury For? On the Liberal Arts and Democracy – moderated by President Ian B. Baucom
College Park
Halloween at College Park
Open to the public
Celebrate Halloween with live Afropop music and festive treats. Enjoy the sounds of a vibrant performance at College Park. President Baucom and his family will be across the street at 3 South Street handing out donuts, cider, and hot cocoa for trick-or-treaters and guests. Come in costume or just come as you are.
Saturday, November 1
Johnson Memorial Building
Meet and Greet with President Baucom
Open to Middlebury faculty
Faculty, you’re invited to join President Baucom in Johnson for a relaxed meet-and-greet. This is an excellent chance for faculty to drop in, say hello, and enjoy light refreshments while chatting informally with the president. There’s no set agenda—just a time for good conversation and connection. We look forward to seeing you there.
The Axinn Center
Poster Fair
Open to the public
Join us for a community-wide Poster Fair in Axinn. Faculty, staff, and students will showcase what’s happening in the classroom through their engaging posters. Enjoy a Prosecco bar (ID required) and light appetizers as you explore the displays. Four featured presenters will host a Q&A session focused on the inauguration.
Mahaney Arts Center
Night with the Arts
Open to the public
Join us at the Mahaney Arts Center for a special evening of theatre, music, dance, visual, and literary arts. All performances will be free, but some may require tickets, which will be available through the Middlebury Box Office.
Sunday, November 2
Virtue Field House
Installation Ceremony
Open to the public
Middlebury will install Ian B. Baucom as Middlebury’s eighteenth president. The ceremony will begin at 10:15 a.m. at Virtue Field House on the Middlebury College campus.