Presidential Inauguration

THE INAUGURATION OF

MATTHEW P. VANDENBERG

17th President of Ohio Wesleyan University
Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, Ohio

Friday, April 19, 2024, at 10 a.m.
Gray Chapel, University Hall

"College isn't a transaction. It's not just about your first job. It's an often complex process of self-discovery and growth. The life-changing experience we offer in the liberal arts—and especially at Ohio Wesleyan University—is more valuable and sorely needed than ever. My passion is helping more people to understand what OWU can do for them." – Matthew P. vandenBerg, Ed.D.

A Message from Dr. v.

Learn more about Matt vandenBerg and his first year at Ohio Wesleyan.

Hear from Ohio Wesleyan's President About Matt vandenBerg

Matt vandenBerg

Ohio Wesleyan University's 17th President

Inauguration Week Events

  • Inauguration Ceremony for OWU's 17th President, Matt vandenBerg
    Friday, April 19 at 10 a.m. | University Hall Gray Chapel
  • Inauguration Celebration
    Friday, April 19, immediately following the Inauguration Ceremony | JAYwalk

Explore these highlighted events and all OWU has to offer during Inauguration Week, April 14-19!

Schedule of Events

Inauguration Ceremony

Friday, April 19, 2024, 10 a.m., Gray Chapel in University Hall

Inauguration Celebration

Friday, April 19, 2024, Immediately following the ceremony on the JAYwalk

Faculty i-Qubed 3-Minute Lectures

Thursday, April 18, 2024, 3-4 p.m., Reading Room in Slocum Hall

Portrait Unveiling Ceremony

Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 4:30 p.m., Reading Room in Slocum Hall

Be the Light

As Ohio Wesleyan prepares to celebrate the Inauguration of Matt vandenBerg, we invite you to make a gift to OWU's Annual Giving Program. Your generosity will show support for our 17th President and the OWU experience. Choose the program that is most meaningful to you, and inspire OWU students to create their own spark in our collective world. 

Give to Ohio Wesleyan

Inauguration Gifts

Honoring OWU's 17th President and inspiring students

Inauguration Information

Questions & Answers

Let us help you plan an enjoyable visit to Ohio Wesleyan for the Inauguration of Matt vandenBerg! Search the list of FAQs to know what to expect at the Inauguration ceremony and related events.

Inauguration FAQ

Inauguration Committee

The Inauguration Committee is a cross-functional campus team planning all Inauguration events. You may direct questions to them at inauguration@owu.edu.

Meet the members

Area Accommodations

The Delaware County Area offers a wide range of options to make your stay comfortable during Inauguration.

Where to stay

Livestream the Event

Follow the Inauguration of Matt vandenBerg, Ohio Wesleyan University's 17th President, via live stream online Friday, April 19, 2024, at 10 a.m. EST.  

Inauguration Committee

Ohio Wesleyan University

61 S. Sandusky Street
Delaware, Ohio 43015
P 740-368-3046
E inauguration@owu.edu