What is an Investiture Ceremony?
An Investiture Ceremony is counted among the oldest traditions of academia. Originating in English universities and modeled after highly dignified knighthood ceremonies, investiture comes from the Latin phrase for "dress in robe." In academic circles, the term has come to mean one who will literally don the university's insignia and regalia.
The installation of a new president is a ceremony of dignity with many academic traditions and protocols. An academic procession takes place that includes delegates from other colleges and universities.
How long will it last?
The ceremony will last approximately one hour. The BBQ Luncheon will immediately follow.
Who is invited to the ceremony?
The investiture is open to the community. Anyone who is interested in attending is welcome. However, we ask that guests RSVP by October 6, 2023, if possible. RSVP here.
What is the attire for the event?
Business attire is preferred.
How do I get to EGSC?
East Georgia State College – Swainsboro is located at 131 College Circle, Swainsboro,
GA 30401. The investiture will be held in the Luck F. Gambrell Building.
From Savannah: I-16 West to exit 90; right on US Highway 1; travel approximately 10.2 miles; turn right on US Highway 1 Business Route/ GA 4 Business Route; travel approximately 2.6 miles to Meadowlake Parkway (second traffic light); turn right on Meadowlake Parkway; travel approximately 1 mile to Lambs Bridge Road; continue across Lambs Bridge Road (you will see the East Georgia State College sign across the road) and take first left; this is the entrance road to EGSC; continue straight down Madison Dixon Drive into the college. When you come to the stop sign, take a left. You will park in the first parking lot on your left; the Gambrell Building is across the road on the right.
From Atlanta: I-75 South to I-16; I-16 East to exit 90; left on US Highway 1; travel approximately 10.2 miles; turn right on US Highway 1 Business Route / GA 4 Business Route; travel approximately 2.6 miles to Meadowlake Parkway (second traffic light); turn right on Meadowlake Parkway; travel approximately 1 mile to Lambs Bridge Road; continue across Lambs Bridge Road (you will see the East Georgia State College sign across the road) and take first left; this is the entrance road to EGSC; continue straight down Madison Dixon Drive into the college. When you come to the stop sign, take a left. You will park in the first parking lot on your left; the Gambrell Building is across the road on the right.
From Augusta: US Highway 1 South, through Wrens, Louisville, Wadley to Swainsboro. At Swainsboro Bypass, take US Highway 1 Business Route / GA 4 Business Route and continue through town on Highway 1 Business Route / GA 4 Business Route approximately 5.5 miles to Meadowlake Parkway (sixth traffic light); turn left on Meadowlake Parkway; travel approximately 1 mile to Lambs Bridge Road; continue across Lambs Bridge Road (you will see the East Georgia State College sign across the road) and take first left; this is the entrance road to EGSC; continue straight down Madison Dixon Drive into the college. When you come to the stop sign, take a left. You will park in the first parking lot on your left; the Gambrell Building is across the road on the right.
