BREAKING: Bethune-Cookman University has officially announced the inauguration of Albert Mosley as its eighth president, set for April 14, 2024. This formal investiture, taking place at 10 a.m. at the Mary McLeod Bethune Performing Arts Center, comes months after Mosley took the helm in July.
Mosley, 53, previously led Morningside University in Iowa and brings over 30 years of leadership in academic and nonprofit sectors. Born into the United Methodist Church, a historic partner of B-CU, he is deeply committed to the institution’s legacy. “Dr. Bethune built this university on faith, determination, and an unshakable belief in the potential of her students,” Mosley stated. He emphasizes that this inauguration is a recommitment to creating opportunities for future generations.
The inauguration festivities kick off with a concert featuring the B-CU Symphonic Band and the Concert Chorale at 4 p.m. on April 12, with doors opening at 3 p.m.. The inauguration will be preceded by a significant day of community service on April 13, where Mosley will mobilize hundreds of B-CU volunteers to assist approximately 50 nonprofits across Daytona Beach and Volusia County.
That evening, a Presidential Inaugural Scholarship Gala will take place at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort. Notable guests include Michael Lomax, President and CEO of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), who will deliver the keynote address. The gala will also feature a special performance by Grammy Award-winner Yolanda Adams.
Tickets for the gala and other events are available on the university’s website, underscoring the community’s excitement and commitment to supporting student scholarships. Mosley’s initiative, dubbed “B-CU Rising: All of Us, All In“, aims to raise $1 million to assist students facing financial barriers.
This series of events not only marks a new chapter for B-CU but also highlights the university’s dedication to its mission of nurturing student potential. As anticipation builds for the inauguration, the community is encouraged to participate and celebrate this transformative moment.
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