FAQs

Q 1: What is the date, time and location of the inaugural ceremony?
The Inauguration of Timothy Law Snyder as 16th President of Loyola Marymount University will take place at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 6, 1 LMU Drive. Los Angeles, CA 90045.

Q 2: How long is the Inauguration ceremony?
The ceremony is expected to last approximately 2 hours and will be immediately followed by a reception on Alumni Mall.

Q 3: Who is invited to the Inauguration?
All members of the College Community – trustees, alumnae/i, faculty, staff, and students – plus government leaders, delegates from other colleges and institutions, religious leaders and special guests of the President and Board of Trustees.

Q 4: Are there other inaugural events that I should know about?
A variety of activities are scheduled as part of the Inauguration Celebration:

Wednesday, September 30, 2015
4:30 PM Academic Lecture and Reception, “Science, Religion and the Cosmic Future.” Lecture by John F. Haught Distinguished Research Professor, Georgetown
Life Sciences Building Auditorium University

Monday, October 5, 2015
4:30 p.m. Life Sciences Building Dedication and Reception
Tuesday, October 6, 2015

10:00 a.m. Mass of the Holy Spirit Celebrating the Inauguration of Timothy Law Snyder
Sacred Heart Chapel

11:30 a.m. Community Lunch
Alumni Mall

11:30 a.m. Delegate Lunch
Jesuit Residence

1:30 PM Inauguration Ceremony
Gersten Pavilion

3:15 p.m. Inauguration Reception
Alumni Mall

Q 5: Are there any costs to attend any of the day’s events?
No, there are no costs associated with attending any of the Inauguration events.

Q 6: Are paper tickets required for the Inauguration ceremony?
No, tickets are not required for the Inauguration ceremony.

Q 7: Are paper tickets required for any other Inauguration events?
No.

Q 8: Is there a limit to the number of guests I can bring to the Inauguration?
No, there is no a limit to the number of guests you can bring to the Inauguration?

Q 9: Why do I need to register?
The registration process will give organizers a sense of numbers and help with planning. Please register here if you have a registration code. If you do not, please register here.

Q 10: Are classes cancelled?
Classes are cancelled on Tuesday, October 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Q 11: Are children welcome?
Children are welcome to attend the Inauguration festivities.

Q 12: Where should I park?
There are several parking lots available on campus, all pictured on the campus map. More details on parking will be available closer to the inauguration.

Q 13: What accessibility arrangements have been made?
Transportation will be available to guests with specific accessibility needs.

Q 14: Is there a cost for parking?
Parking is free all day for all guests. However, drivers must still obey standard parking laws such as handicap permit requirements, red emergency curbs, timed-restricted parking, etc.

Q 15: What is the recommended dress for the day?
Business attire is recommended. The ceremony will be held indoors and the reception will be held outdoors on Alumni Mall. Please be sure to wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking required throughout the day.

Q 16: I am traveling from out of town. Is there a list of hotels in the immediate area? And, where do I find directions to the Inauguration.
A list of local accommodations may be viewed here. Maps and driving directions are available here.

Q 17: Where do Delegates go?
Delegates are invited to attend Mass on Tuesday, October 6 at 10 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Chapel, immediately followed by the Delegate Lunch at the Jesuit Community. After which they will proceed to Gersten Pavilion to begin robing for the installation ceremony.

If you do not own regalia, you may rent it from the Follett LMU Bookstore. If you rent regalia, you are responsible for returning your regalia. Please contact Nina Bangle in the LMU bookstore at 0827gm@follett.com to order by September 11, 2015.

Q 18: I’m marching in the procession. Where will we assemble to don our regalia?
There will be several regalia check in areas throughout the campus, which will be detailed in your reminder emails closer to the event. Those participating in the procession will assemble in the Founders’ Room in Gersten Pavilion to don their regalia.

Q 19: Is there special guest seating at Inauguration?
Seating will be made available on a first come, first served basis. The doors to the Inauguration will open at 12:50 p.m.

Q 20: Is there seating for the disabled at the Inauguration?
Yes, seating for physically challenged guests, including an area that is wheelchair accessible will be made available during the Inauguration.

Q 21: Is the Community Luncheon open to all attendees?
Yes, but due to limited seating reservations are required.

Q 22: Will the Community Luncheon have food available for those with dietary restrictions?
Yes, Vegan and Gluten Free options will be made available to our guests with special dietary restrictions.

Q 23: As a guest will I be able to check my email throughout the course of the day?
Yes, LMU guests may access the free Wi-Fi network called Guest. Details on how to access the Guest network can be found here.

Q 24: If I can't attend, can I watch it live? If so, how?
Although there will not be a live simulcast/feed of the event, a video of the Inauguration will be made available after the event. Check the LMU website for more details.

Q 25: What assistance will be available for visitors on campus during Inauguration Day?
A number of volunteers will be circulating across the campus throughout the day to provide assistance to our visitors.

Q 26: Is there a phone number I can call for assistance on Inauguration Day?
For assistance on Inauguration day please contact 310.338.7526.