Please join us on Friday, March 15, 2024, as the University of Tennessee at Martin will celebrate the investiture of Yancy Freeman as its 12th leader and chancellor. The “Ready, Set, Soar” themed celebration includes an academic procession, investiture ceremony, and reception.
Dr. Freeman assumed his role on August 9, 2023, and will be joined by the UT Martin community, higher education representatives, elected officials and guests to celebrate his official leadership transition. We look forward to you honoring us with your presence.
Processional
Mace Bearer
Dr. Dan Pigg, Professor of English, UT Martin
National Anthem
Dr. Amy Yeung, Professor of Music, UT Martin
Invocation
Dr. Cornealius Lester, Executive Pastor, Christ Missionary Baptist Church
Welcome and Introductory Remarks
Mr. Randy Boyd, President, The University of Tennessee System
Remarks
Dr. Dan McDonough, Faculty Senate President, UT Martin
Remarks
Madeleine Griffey, Vice President, Student Government Association, UT Martin
Special Music
"His Eye Is on the Sparrow", arranged by Zanaida Stewart Robles, New Pacer Singers
Remarks
Michelle Runions, Employee Relations Council Representative
Remarks
Andy Collins, President, UT Martin Alumni Council
Introduction of Academic Symbols
Dr. Philip Acree Cavalier, Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor, UT Martin
Presentation of Medal of Office
Mr. Randy Boyd, President, The University of Tennessee System
Introduction of Chancellor
Dr. Andy Lewter, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, UT Martin
Investiture Address
Dr. Yancy Freeman, Chancellor, The University of Tennessee at Martin
Special Music
"Unclouded Day", arranged by Shawn Kirchner, New Pacer Singers
Closing Remarks
Mr. Randy Boyd, President, The University of Tennessee System
Alma Mater
New Pacer Singers
Recessional
Reception
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 1794
Union University, 1823
Gordon State College, 1852
Tennessee Wesleyan University, 1857
Mississippi College, 1867
University of Tennessee Southern, 1870
University of Tennessee Chattanooga, 1886
Western Illinois University, 1899
University of Memphis, 1912
Murray State University, 1922
University of Southern Indiana, 1965
Jackson State Community College, 1967
Dyersburg State Community College, 1969