THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REQUEST THE HONOR OF YOUR PRESENCE AT THE
INVESTITURE OF
Joyce C. Ester, Ph.D.
SEVENTH PRESIDENT
GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY
On Friday
NOVEMBER 14, 2025
9:00 a.m. Doors Open
10:00 a.m. Processional Begins
The Center for Performing Arts Theater
One University Parkway
University Park, Illinois
We have arranged rooms for GovState Investiture Attendees at the Homewood Suites in Orland Park, Illinois and the EVEN Hotel at the Tinley Park Convention Center.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orland Park
16245 South LaGrange Road
Orland Park, IL 60467
Book reservation
EVEN Hotel at the Tinley Park Convention Center
18451 Convention Center Drive
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Book reservation
9:00 a.m. Doors Open
10:00 a.m. Investiture Processional Begins
1:00 p.m. Luncheon
4:00 p.m. Conclusion
ACADEMIC PROCESSION INVITATION
University Presidents and Representatives are cordially invited to participate in the academic procession.
Requirements for Participation:
- University Presidents- Please wear your personal academic regalia
- Representatives, please check in with the processional coordinator
- Arrive by 9:30 AM sharp, in the Hall of Governors, to secure your place in the processional line.
Faculty & Staff interested in participating in the processional, please sign up below.
