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Rogers State University Celebrates New President's Investiture
Dr. Don Raleigh officially installed as third president in formal ceremony
Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:26pm
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The investiture of a new university president brings a sense of renewal and optimism to a campus community.Claremore TodayRogers State University held a formal investiture ceremony on March 27 to officially install Dr. Don Raleigh as the university's third president. The event took place at the First Baptist Church in Claremore, Oklahoma and marked the official start of Raleigh's tenure leading the institution.
Why it matters
A university president's investiture is an important ceremonial tradition that signifies the formal transition of leadership and the start of a new era for the institution. As RSU's third president, Dr. Raleigh will be responsible for guiding the university's strategic vision and overseeing its continued growth and development.
The details
The investiture ceremony included speeches, the formal installation of Raleigh as president, and a reception celebrating the occasion. Raleigh was selected as RSU's new president after a nationwide search and will be tasked with building on the university's existing strengths while charting a course for its future.
- The investiture ceremony was held on Friday, March 27, 2026.
- Raleigh was selected as RSU's new president prior to the investiture.
The players
Dr. Don Raleigh
The newly installed third president of Rogers State University.
Rogers State University
A public university located in Claremore, Oklahoma that celebrated the investiture of its new president.
The takeaway
The investiture of Dr. Don Raleigh as Rogers State University's third president marks an important transition for the institution as it looks to build on its past successes and chart a new course for the future under Raleigh's leadership.
