President's Installation
On September 16, 2020, William Flanagan was installed as the fourteenth President and Vice-chancellor of the University of Alberta.
Video Archive Ceremony ProgramThe Chancellor and the Chair of the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta invite you to join them for the
INSTALLATION
OF
WILLIAM FLANAGAN
As the Fourteenth President And Vice-Chancellor
1:30 p.m., Wednesday, 16 September 2020
Location: This event is virtual only
Visit this page on September 16th to watch the Installation Ceremony
Questions can be directed to the Convocation and Ceremonies Office, ceremony@ualberta.ca
Moccasins for President Flanagan
The gifting of moccasins has a long history, and is a traditional way to honour a person during important events. The gift of moccasins symbolizes the beginning of a new journey that the person is embarking on. They encourage their wearer to walk in a good way and on a good path. These moccasins for President Flanagan and his husband, Saffron Sri, are also practical — they will hopefully help keep their feet warm as they acclimatize to our Edmonton winters!
On the Banks of the River
A Gift of Art from the University of Alberta Museums Art Collection
Created to commemorate President Bill Flanagan's installation as president and vice-chancellor, this selection of art tells the story of the university from its establishment in 1908 on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River to the present.
Begin TourOn the Banks of the River
A Gift of Art from the University of Alberta Museums Art Collection
Created to commemorate President Bill Flanagan's installation as president and vice-chancellor, this selection of art tells the story of the university from its establishment in 1908 on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River to the present.
Begin TourCongratulations
Share your best wishes with President Bill Flanagan and read messages from our community.
Congratulations on your assumption of the reins of our beloved university in such challenging times. Your articulate and thoughtful responses in a recent early morning CBC radio interview demonstrated that you are very capable and committed to progress for the University of Alberta.
–Dr. Heather Ryan, U of A Senate
Welcome President Flanagan. On behalf of the Alumni Council, I would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to the University of Alberta family. We look forward to your leadership and we are excited to work with you. I wish you and Saffron all the best as you settle into a new community, and I know that you will find a warm welcome here.
–Heather Raymond, Alumni Association President
Félicitations pour votre nomination à la présidence de l'Université de l'Alberta. L'année 2020 présente des défis comme nous ne l'avons jamais vu à l'université de l'Alberta et cela est accentué à la Faculté Saint-Jean. J'espère que nous pouvons utiliser notre créativité pour surmonter nos défis et désaccord. Au Plaisir de faire votre connaissance.
–Thomas Pomerleau, Alumni Council
Letters and Certificates
- Acadia University (letter)
- Ambassade de France au Canada
- Athabasca University
- Burman University
- Carleton University
- Concordia University of Edmonton
- East China Normal University
- Emily Carr Institute of Art + Design (letter)
- Grande Prairie Regional College
- Grant MacEwan University
- Laurentian University
- Leibniz-Gemeinschaft
- Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet Munich
- McGill University (letter)
- Mount Royal University
- Mount Saint Vincent
- National University of Singapore
- Newman Theological College
- Olds College
- Royal Roads University (letter)
- RWTH Aachen University
- Ryerson University
- Simon Fraser University
- St. Stephen's College
- St. Thomas University
- Thompson River University
- Trent University
- Universidade de São Paulo
- Université de Lorraine
- Université de Montréal
- University of British Columbia
- University of Calgary
- University of Central Asia
- University of Hong Kong
- University of New Brunswick
- University of Regina
- University of Saskatchewan
- University of the Fraser Valley
- University of Victoria
- Wenzhou Medical University
- Wilfrid Laurier University
- Yonsei University
Coming Home
Where most people see challenge, Bill Flanagan sees opportunity. He returns to Alberta to face his biggest challenge yet, as the U of A’s new president.
Read storyPhoto Credit: John Ulan
More About Bill
Get to know U of A President Bill Flanagan
In advance of his installation as president, Bill Flanagan talks about growing up in small-town Alberta and coming back to Edmonton.
Joining the U of A Community
President Flanagan shares his thought upon beginning of his term as president of the University of Alberta.
Have You Met President Bill Flanagan?
On July 1, Bill Flanagan joined the U of A community as its 14th President. Spend a few minutes getting to know him a little better.