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Presidential Inauguration

Dr. DiSalvo and his wife Eileen and parentsDr. DiSalvo credits his parents, Arline and Sal,
for providing him the opportunity to receive
a high-quality education.

Inauguration: A Campus Celebration

The inauguration ceremony for Endicott's seventh President, Steven R. DiSalvo, Ph.D., established Endicott College as an institution ready to lead the way into the future of higher education. Dr. DiSalvo's vision for Endicott detailed his position of continuing the College's mission of providing its undergraduate and graduate students with an academic experience rich with experiential learning through co-ops and internships, elevating the Endicott name into greater, global recognition, and laying the groundwork for our leadership in the conversation surrounding college affordability and accessibility.

There were a series of events throughout the week and on inauguration geared toward showcasing Endicott’s academic ventures, highlighting student life, a thriving alumni network, and our welcoming campus culture. 

Inauguration visitors had the opportunity to be a part of history during the inauguration celebration by writing well wishes to Dr. DiSalvo, putting a pin on the world map to show where they traveled from, adding a photo to our digital mosaic, or signing a beam going into Phase II of the Samuel C. Wax Academic Center.

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In Video

Leading the Way
Seventh President Steven R. DiSalvo, Ph.D. addressed dignitaries, delegates, alumni, faculty, staff, and students with his vision for Endicott's bright future as a higher education leader.

Inauguration: In Pictures

The inauguration of Endicott's seventh President, Steven R. DiSalvo, Ph.D., was a sight to behold.

Spectators reading the inauguration program
Inauguration Program
Spectators reading the inauguration program
Inauguration Program
The Scotland Highlanders leading the procession
Procession
Campbell Highlanders
The Scotland Highlanders leading the procession
Procession
Campbell Highlanders
Dr. DiSalvo processing into Inauguration past his wife, Eileen
Procession
Dr. DiSalvo approaching the inauguration platform
Dr. DiSalvo processing into Inauguration past his wife, Eileen
Procession
Dr. DiSalvo approaching the inauguration platform
Dr. Harry Dumay, president of Elms College delivering his address
Greetings
Dr. Harry Dumay, president of Elms College
Dr. Harry Dumay, president of Elms College delivering his address
Greetings
Dr. Harry Dumay, president of Elms College
Dr. DiSalvo receiving the Chain of Office from Chair of the Board of Trustees, Cynthia C. Merkle
Investiture
Dr. DiSalvo receiving the Chain of Office from Chair of the Board of Trustees, Cynthia C. Merkle '77
Dr. DiSalvo receiving the Chain of Office from Chair of the Board of Trustees, Cynthia C. Merkle
Investiture
Dr. DiSalvo receiving the Chain of Office from Chair of the Board of Trustees, Cynthia C. Merkle '77
Dr. DISalvo delivering his inauguration address
Inauguration Address
Dr. DiSalvo delivering his inauguration address
Dr. DISalvo delivering his inauguration address
Inauguration Address
Dr. DiSalvo delivering his inauguration address
Students in attendance at inauguration
Students
Students in attendance at inauguration
Students in attendance at inauguration
Students
Students in attendance at inauguration
Volunteer students holding signs that represent all delegates in attendance
Students
Student volunteers holding signs representing delegates who were in attendance
Volunteer students holding signs that represent all delegates in attendance
Students
Student volunteers holding signs representing delegates who were in attendance
Dr. DISalvo posing with the Board of Trustees and Board of Advisors under the Great Seal
The Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo posing for photos with the Board of Trustees and the Board of Advisors under the Great Seal
Dr. DISalvo posing with the Board of Trustees and Board of Advisors under the Great Seal
The Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo posing for photos with the Board of Trustees and the Board of Advisors under the Great Seal
Visitors could sign notes of congratulations or advice to Dr. DISalvo
Notes to Dr. DiSalvo
Reception-goers sign notes of congratulations to Dr. DiSalvo
Visitors could sign notes of congratulations or advice to Dr. DISalvo
Notes to Dr. DiSalvo
Reception-goers sign notes of congratulations to Dr. DiSalvo
Faculty and staff posing with Dr. DiSalvo inside the Halle Library
Receptions
Faculty and staff greeted Dr. DiSalvo at five different reception sites
Faculty and staff posing with Dr. DiSalvo inside the Halle Library
Receptions
Faculty and staff greeted Dr. DiSalvo at five different reception sites
Dr. DiSalvo adding to the digital mosaic at one of the post-ceremony receptions
Digital Mosaic
Dr. DiSalvo adding to the digital mosaic that compiled pictures throughout the day
Dr. DiSalvo adding to the digital mosaic at one of the post-ceremony receptions
Digital Mosaic
Dr. DiSalvo adding to the digital mosaic that compiled pictures throughout the day
Reception-goers at the photo booth with congratulatory signs
Photobooth
Reception attendees posing in front of a step-and-repeat
Reception-goers at the photo booth with congratulatory signs
Photobooth
Reception attendees posing in front of a step-and-repeat
Dr. DiSalvo signing a beam that will be installed in Phase II of the Wax Academic Center
Beam
Dr. DiSalvo signing a beam that will be installed in Phase II of the Samuel C. Wax Academic Center
Dr. DiSalvo signing a beam that will be installed in Phase II of the Wax Academic Center
Beam
Dr. DiSalvo signing a beam that will be installed in Phase II of the Samuel C. Wax Academic Center
Photo in front of the Great Seal previous next
In Pictures
Pictures from the Great Seal
The platform party
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Members of President's Council
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo with his wife, Eileen, and their three sons—Tom, Andrew, and Connor
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo alongside his wife, Eileen, and his parents, Arline and Sal.
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo with Merrimack College President, Chris Hopey
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Delegates from other institutions
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo with Dr. Sharon Paradiso, faculty marshal for inauguration
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo with Sendy Vaughn Suazo, community outreach and recruitment coordinator for Endicott College Boston, and Dr. Chrystal Porter, associate provost of the the Van Loan School
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo with Rev. James P. McCloskey, C.S.Sp., Ph.D., senior advisor to the president for strategic initiatives at Duquesne University
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In Pictures
Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo with his sister, CarolAnne Ghee, and family
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo with Chief of Staff, Jillian Dubman, and Board of Advisors member, Lorinda Visnick
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo and family
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Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo with distinguished professors, Dr. John Kelley and Dr. Charlotte Gordon.
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In Pictures
Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo and family
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In Pictures
Pictures from the Great Seal
Dr. DiSalvo and family

Relive Inauguration

Visit the inauguration livestream page to rewatch this moment in Endicott's history.