Talladega College Ushers in New Era with Presidential Investiture

Dr. Willie L. Todd, Jr. formally installed as 22nd President and CEO in four-day celebration

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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Talladega College is set to formally celebrate the investiture of Dr. Willie L. Todd, Jr. as its 22nd President and Chief Executive Officer through a four-day series of events scheduled for February 19 – 22. The investiture weekend will unite students, faculty, staff, alumni, trustees, and community partners in honoring the College's enduring legacy while commemorating the beginning of a bold new chapter defined by vision and purpose.

Why it matters

The investiture of a new college president is a significant event that marks a transition in leadership and signals the start of a new era for the institution. As one of the oldest historically Black colleges in the United States, Talladega College's new president will be tasked with upholding the school's proud legacy while also guiding it into the future with a renewed sense of purpose and innovation.

The details

The four-day investiture celebration will feature a welcome reception and silent auction, a special tribute concert, the official investiture ceremony, a musical tribute, a gala reception and dinner, and a closing 'Mad Hatters' event. The events are designed to bring together the Talladega community to honor the college's history and welcome its new president, Dr. Willie L. Todd, Jr.

  • The investiture weekend is scheduled for February 19 - 22, 2026.
  • The welcome reception and silent auction will be held on Thursday, February 19 at 4 p.m.
  • The official investiture ceremony will take place on Friday, February 20 at 10 a.m.
  • The investiture gala is scheduled for Saturday, February 21 at 7 p.m.
  • The closing 'Mad Hatters' event will be held on Sunday, February 22 at 2 p.m.

The players

Dr. Willie L. Todd, Jr.

The 22nd President and Chief Executive Officer of Talladega College, who will be formally installed during the investiture celebration.

A. Clifton Myles

The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Talladega College, who stated that the investiture is a public affirmation of leadership, purpose, and trust.

Talladega College

One of the oldest historically Black colleges in the United States, celebrating a new era of leadership with the investiture of its 22nd president.

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What they’re saying

“An investiture is more than a ceremonial tradition—it is a public affirmation of leadership, purpose, and trust.”

— A. Clifton Myles, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (1051theblock.com)

“Dr. Todd embodies the intellectual rigor, moral clarity, and student-centered vision that define Talladega College. His presidency reflects our collective commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and the enduring mission of this institution.”

— A. Clifton Myles, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (1051theblock.com)

What’s next

The investiture ceremony on February 20th will be the centerpiece of the four-day celebration, formally installing Dr. Willie L. Todd, Jr. as Talladega College's 22nd President and CEO.

The takeaway

Talladega College's investiture of a new president marks a significant transition for the historic institution, as it looks to build upon its proud legacy while charting a bold new course under the leadership of Dr. Willie L. Todd, Jr.