Presidential Inauguration

Monday, Oct. 8

Lunch with regional education leaders (invite only)
11:30 a.m.
Jack and Betty Prince Forum

Tuesday, Oct. 9

Lunch with regional civic leaders (invite only)
11:30 a.m.
Great Room, Andrews Hall

Thursday, Oct. 11

Networking Jamboree and Munchies on the Mall
6:30 p.m.
Kremer Amphitheatre

Friday, Oct. 12

Inauguration luncheon (invite only)
Noon
Great Room, Andrews Hall

Inauguration
3 p.m.
Dyson Baudo Recreation Center

Inaugural Reception
5 p.m.
Hermann Fine Arts Center

Inauguration Dinner (invite only)
7 p.m.
Great Room, Andrews Hall

Homecoming Pep Rally
10 p.m.
Location TBA

Saturday, Oct. 13

Meet the Brunos
10 a.m.
Kremer Amphitheatre

Homecoming Parade
11:45 a.m.
Hermann Fine Arts Center/Butler Street

If you would like to send President Joseph W. Bruno a personal message to help him celebrate his inauguration, you are cordially invited to share your thoughts on this form. Your message will be delivered to President Bruno and published on this page after a brief review process. Thank you!

Q: Where should I park?
A: Cars may be left overnight on nearby public streets and in the Hermann Fine Arts lot or the Physician Assistant parking lot. You can find these parking lots on our campus map.

Q: Are there other events on campus that weekend?
A: Yes, in addition to the inauguration ceremony, there will be additional events starting on Monday, Oct. 8 and continuing until the Homecoming Weekend activities.

Q: I am traveling from out of town. Where can I find directions?
A: Directions to Marietta are below. Once you arrive at Marietta, you can find a campus map located next to the Hermann parking lot or on the Christy Mall.

Q: How long is the inauguration ceremony?
A: Although the details are still being planned, the ceremony is expected to last approximately 90 minutes.

Q: Are there alternate event venues in case of rain?
A: Regardless of the weather, the dedication and inauguration ceremonies will take place indoors at the Dyson Baudo Recreation Center.

Q: Is there a list of hotels and restaurants in the area available?
A: Yes, we've provided a list of hotels below and a list of restaurants near Marietta College.

Campus Map

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Location

Marietta College is located at 215 Fifth St. in Marietta, Ohio. For campus assistance, call (740) 376-4611. Please park in the lot adjacent to the Hermann Fine Arts Center on Butler Street.

Airline Information

Four airports are located within a reasonable distance from Marietta College:

• Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport (PKB) — Parkersburg, W.Va. (30-minute drive)
• Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) — Canton, Ohio (two-hour drive)
• Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) — Columbus, Ohio (two-hour drive)
• Yeager Airport (CRW) — Charleston, W.Va. (two-hour drive)

Driving Directions

From the West: Take Interstate 70 East to Interstate 77 South to Marietta (Ohio Exit 1). At Exit 1, take ramp onto Ohio 7 (Newport Pike). Stay on Newport Pike (also called Pike Street) to Fourth Street. Turn right on Fourth Street, then right on Butler Street. Parking will be on your right.

From the North: Take Interstate 77 South to Marietta (Ohio Exit 1). At Exit 1, take ramp onto Ohio 7 (Newport Pike). Stay on Newport Pike (also called Pike Street) to Fourth Street. Turn right on Fourth Street, then right on Butler Street. Parking will be on your right.

From the South: Take Interstate 77 North to Marietta (Ohio Exit 1). At Exit 1, take ramp onto Ohio 7 (Newport Pike). Stay on Newport Pike (also called Pike Street) to Fourth Street. Turn right on Fourth Street, then right on Butler Street. Parking will be on your right.

From the East: Take Interstate 68 West to Interstate 79 South to US 50 West to Interstate 77 North to Marietta (Ohio Exit 1). At Exit 1, take ramp onto Ohio 7 (Newport Pike). Stay on Newport Pike (also called Pike Street) to Fourth Street. Turn right on Fourth Street, then right on Butler Street. Parking will be on your right.

A block of lodging rooms has been reserved for Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights (Oct. 11-13) at the following hotels:
(Please contact these preferred hotels and refer to the room code noted)

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
200 Cherry Tree Lane, Marietta
(740) 374-3000 or 1-800-228-2800
Code: MTIC
Block held until Oct. 1

Hampton Inn
(740) 373-5353 or 1-800-426-7866
508 Pike St., Marietta
Code: AMC
Block held until Sept. 21

Holiday Inn
(740) 374-9660 or 1-800-HOLIDAY
701 Pike St., Marietta
Code: MCI
Block held until Sept. 21

Wingate by Wyndham Hotel (304) 295-5501 or 1-800-337-0077
1502 Grand Central Ave., Vienna, W.Va.
15-minute drive to Marietta College
CODE: MARIETTA INAUGURATION
Block held until Sept. 10

Microtel Inn & Suites
506 Pike St., Marietta
(740) 373-7373
CODE: ADVA
Block held until Sept. 21

Other accommodations in the area:

Historic Lafayette Hotel
(740) 373-5522 or 1-800-331-9336
101 Front St., Marietta

Magnuson Hotel by the Rver<
1-877-747-8713
279 Muskingum Dr., Marietta

Blennerhassett Hotel
(304) 422-3131
Fourth and Market streets
Parkersburg, W.Va.