President's Installation

On September 16, 2020, William Flanagan was installed as the fourteenth President and Vice-chancellor of the University of Alberta. 

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The Chancellor and the Chair of the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta invite you to join them for the

INSTALLATION

OF

WILLIAM FLANAGAN

As the Fourteenth President And Vice-Chancellor

1:30 p.m., Wednesday, 16 September 2020
Location: This event is virtual only
Visit this page on September 16th to watch the Installation Ceremony

Questions can be directed to the Convocation and Ceremonies Office, ceremony@ualberta.ca

 

Moccasins for President Flanagan

Moccasins for President Flanagan

The gifting of moccasins has a long history, and is a traditional way to honour a person during important events. The gift of moccasins symbolizes the beginning of a new journey that the person is embarking on. They encourage their wearer to walk in a good way and on a good path. These moccasins for President Flanagan and his husband, Saffron Sri, are also practical — they will hopefully help keep their feet warm as they acclimatize to our Edmonton winters!

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On the Banks of the River

A Gift of Art from the University of Alberta Museums Art Collection

Created to commemorate President Bill Flanagan's installation as president and vice-chancellor, this selection of art tells the story of the university from its establishment in 1908 on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River to the present.

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On the Banks of the River

A Gift of Art from the University of Alberta Museums Art Collection

Created to commemorate President Bill Flanagan's installation as president and vice-chancellor, this selection of art tells the story of the university from its establishment in 1908 on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River to the present.

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Congratulations

Share your best wishes with President Bill Flanagan and read messages from our community.

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Congratulations on your assumption of the reins of our beloved university in such challenging times. Your articulate and thoughtful responses in a recent early morning CBC radio interview demonstrated that you are very capable and committed to progress for the University of Alberta.

–Dr. Heather Ryan, U of A Senate

Welcome President Flanagan. On behalf of the Alumni Council, I would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to the University of Alberta family. We look forward to your leadership and we are excited to work with you. I wish you and Saffron all the best as you settle into a new community, and I know that you will find a warm welcome here.

–Heather Raymond, Alumni Association President

Félicitations pour votre nomination à la présidence de l'Université de l'Alberta. L'année 2020 présente des défis comme nous ne l'avons jamais vu à l'université de l'Alberta et cela est accentué à la Faculté Saint-Jean. J'espère que nous pouvons utiliser notre créativité pour surmonter nos défis et désaccord. Au Plaisir de faire votre connaissance.

–Thomas Pomerleau, Alumni Council

Coming Home

Where most people see challenge, Bill Flanagan sees opportunity. He returns to Alberta to face his biggest challenge yet, as the U of A’s new president.

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Photo Credit: John Ulan

More About Bill

President Bill Flanagan at Queen's University

Get to know U of A President Bill Flanagan

In advance of his installation as president, Bill Flanagan talks about growing up in small-town Alberta and coming back to Edmonton.

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President Flanagan welcoming a student for the Fall 2020 term

Joining the U of A Community

President Flanagan shares his thought upon beginning of his term as president of the University of Alberta.

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President Bill Flanagan in Green and Gold

Have You Met President Bill Flanagan?

On July 1, Bill Flanagan joined the U of A community as its 14th President. Spend a few minutes getting to know him a little better.

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