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Inauguration of Dr. Lars A. Hafner

Dr. Lars A. Hafner was inaugurated as the fifth president of State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (then Manatee Community College) on Dec. 4, 2008. The event included a formal prelude, inauguration ceremony,Taste of the Arts reception and jazz concert.

Inauguration Follow Up

Sarasota Herald-Tribune article: New Leader and New Challenges for MCC (Dec. 21, 2008)
Bradenton Herald article: MCC President Inaugurated (Dec. 5, 2008)

President Hafner's Inauguration Speech
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View Videos including the ceremony, Taste of the Arts reception and Music and Theatre Building tour

Inauguration Invitation

Schedule of Events

December 4, 2008

5:30 p.m.
A Formal Prelude in Neel Performing Arts Center will feature the talents of MCC Performing Arts Students.

6 p.m.
The Inauguration and Investiture Ceremony will commence.

7:30 p.m.
Greet President Hafner on the west lawn of Building 11, tour the Music and Theatre Building and enjoy the Taste of the Arts Reception.

8:30 p.m.
A Jazz Concert under the stars on the west lawn of Building 11 will conclude the celebration. 

 

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