185 LEADERSHIP 2 P.M. - CELEBRATIONS WITH ACADEMIC COLLEGES Alumnus John Barton presents to a group of students on his book “Better Religion: A Primer for Interreligious Peacebuilding” with the College of Bible and Ministries. Each college hosted multiple speakers to celebrate their personal community and alumni. Photo by: Julianne Baker 9 A.M. - INAUGURATION CELEBRATION President Mike Williams delivers his inauguration speech. Many students, faculty, and alumni were in the audience and many streamed the ceremony. He presented the theme of his presidency — “Inspired purpose.” Photo by: Julianne Baker 7:30 A.M. - PRAYER BREAKFAST President Mike Williams sits in the crowd during the prayer breakfast in Cone Chapel. Prayers were led by Dr. Mike Justus, Todd Gentry and Cade Williams. Photo by: Julianne Baker 10:30 A.M. - COFFEE RECEPTION Inauguration guests drink coffee outside the Benson Auditorium. A special locally brewed coffee blend, “Inspired Conversations,” was launched after the ceremony. Student ambassadors served the coffee and Belles and Beaux performed. Photo by: Grace Hurt
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