Investiture Ceremony Welcomes Tom Jackon, Jr., Highlights Campus and Community

HUMBOLDT COUNTY, Ca. (KIEM) – The Investiture ceremony began with a Presentation of Colors by the US Coast Guard Sector Humboldt Bay and Wiyot blessing and featured remarks from city managers, a student, alumni, and more.

The President highlighted relationships with local residents, tribal communities, and student veterans during his welcome address.

Chancellor White and CSU Trustee Lillian Kimbell presented the Presidential Medallion to President Jackson.

The Presidential Medallion is a symbol of President Jackson’s responsibilities to the University.

The investiture provides an opportunity to welcome a new chapter in a university’s history and celebrate as a community.

At a fundraiser dinner after the ceremony, more than $160,000 was raised to directly support HSU student scholarships.