Know Before You Go

Students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, families, and community members will come together on Saturday, Nov. 8, to celebrate the Inauguration of Dr. Manya Whitaker as Colorado College's 15th President. Please review the information below to help ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience on Inauguration day.

Event Schedule

View the full schedule of events.


Ticket Pickup

If you are attending the inauguration ceremony as a ticketed guest, your tickets will be available for pickup at the first event you attend:

  • If you RSVP'd for breakfast and Block Talks, pick up your ticket at Ed Robson Arena.

  • If you RSVP'd for ceremony only, pick up your ticket at Cornerstone Arts Center.

Note: Ticketed guests will have a reserved seat in Celeste Theater—so feel free to enjoy Block Talks without the rush!


Parking & Traffic Advisory

The Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade is also scheduled for Saturday morning, with heavy traffic and road closures on Tejon Street beginning at 9 a.m.

Parking options:

  • Ed Robson Arena Garage: Enter from Nevada Avenue via the Dale Street entrance to avoid closures.

  • Faculty, staff, and students: May park in their designated areas with CC parking permits.


Venue Map

Inauguration venue map

Robson Parking Garage: Event parking

Robson Arena: Breakfast, Block Talks, and post-Inauguration reception

Cornerstone Arts Center: In-person Inauguration ceremony (Celeste Theatre); Community livestream viewing (Screening Room)


Clear Bag Policy

For all events in Ed Robson Arena and Cornerstone Arts Center, any bag larger than 4.5” x 6.5” must be clear.

View the full Clear Bag Policy.


Accessibility

  • Accessible parking is available in the Ed Robson Arena garage.

  • Ed Robson Arena: All events in Ed Robson Arena are stair-free.

  • Cornerstone Arts Center: Elevators available at the northwest and east entrances; ramp access at the southwest entrance (leads directly to the mezzanine level of Celeste Theatre).

  • Block Talks: Live captioned on the jumbotron at Ed Robson Arena.

  • Inauguration Ceremony: Live captioning available on personal mobile devices (QR code with access link will be displayed in Cornerstone).

For additional accessibility needs, contact events@coloradocollege.edu


Share Your Congratulations

Want to leave your well-wishes for Dr. Whitaker or share the ways she’s made an impact in your life?
Submit a message here (use the black “+” sign to add yours).

Messages will be displayed on the Ed Robson Arena jumbotron on Inauguration day!


Celebrating at Altitude

Colorado Springs sits at over 6,000 feet in elevation—be sure to drink plenty of water and pace yourself if you’re not used to the altitude.


Questions?

Visit the Inauguration homepage for complete event details or contact events@coloradocollege.edu with any questions.

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