206299_BU_PresInaugurationProgram

Investiture

Introduction of the President Rev. Craig Stout, Trustee Chair, Presidential Search Committee

Installation Mr. Jackson E. Reasor Chair, Board of Trustees

Presentation of the Presidential Medallion Dr. David W. Olive Chancellor, Ninth President of Bluefield University, 2007-2023

Prayer of Dedication Dr. Michael Salmeier, Provost and Former Interim President, 2024

Song of Response

Abigail Bradley (Class of 2026) , Amaya Brooks (Class of 2025) ,

Wonderful Merciful Savior by Dawn Rogers & Eric Wyse

Caleb Honaker (Class of 2028)

Inaugural Response

Steven D. Peterson, President

Blueprint for the Future

*Alma Mater

Ms. Laura Horton ’24, Coordinator of Student Care

*Benediction

Ellen Lowrie Black, Ed,D. Senior Executive Director, LU Online

*Recessional

Blake Carter, piano

Following the ceremony, an inaugural luncheon will be served in Shott Hall for the campus community and invited guests.

* Audience will please stand