Presidential Inauguration of David M. Bellar, Ph.D.

A New Era of Leadership

Join us in celebrating a historic moment for Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University as we inaugurate David M. Bellar, Ph.D., as our fifth president. Inauguration Week, March 23–28, 2026, will honor our Franciscan heritage and future vision through prayer, community events, and ceremonies. We invite students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends to be part of this milestone in FranU’s journey.

 

Event Schedule

Franciscan Prayer Service

Monday, March 23

Student Campus Event

Tuesday, March 24 at 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Hall of Distinction

Tuesday, March 24 at 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Presidential Reception (Invitation Only)

Wednesday, March 25 at 5 - 7 p.m.

Inaugural Mass

Thursday, March 26 at 10 a.m. | St. Joseph Cathedral

Inauguration Luncheon

Thursday, March 26 at 11:30 p.m. | St. Joseph Cathedral Parish Hall

Inauguration Ceremony

Thursday, March 26 at 1:30 a.m. | St. Joseph Cathedral

Inaugural Reception

Thursday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m. | Capital Park Museum

President's Partnership Breakfast

Friday, March 27 at 8 a.m. | St. Francis Hall

Campus Community Service Event

Saturday, March 28 | Details Coming Soon