You are invited to represent your institution at the ceremony, or to send a representative if you cannot attend.
Delegate Schedule
DATE: Friday, September 25, 2026
LOCATION: The Jefferson Center, 541 Luck Avenue SW, Roanoke, VA
9 AM | Arrival and Robing
Please allow ample time for parking. Once parked, please proceed with your regalia to the robing room located in Fostek Hall on the second floor of the Jefferson Center. Volunteers will be on-site to direct you.
10 AM | Investiture Ceremony
The formal installation of Dr. Laura J. Treanor as the fifth president of Virginia Western Community College.
Noon | Private Luncheon
A private luncheon will be hosted by the Virginia Western Educational Foundation in the Jefferson Center’s Fitzpatrick Hall.
ACADEMIC REGALIA
Delegates participating in the Investiture Ceremony will need to wear regalia.
RSVP
Please RSVP by August 28 to confirm your attendance at the Investiture Ceremony and private luncheon.
Responses received by August 28 will be included in the commemorative inauguration program.
Kindly notify us of any accommodation requests when submitting your RSVP.
RSVP contact: Call 540-857-7311 or email inauguration@virginiawestern.edu.
Maps & Directions
The Jefferson Center is located in the heart of Roanoke. View Google Maps
Parking
Free parking is available at the Jefferson Center, with parking lot entrances located off Luck Avenue. Handicapped accessible parking spaces are available. Parking attendants will be on-site to assist you.
Lodging
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center
110 Shenandoah Ave, NE, Roanoke VA 24016
540-985-5900
Click here for the Hotel Roanoke discounted rate
Hilton Garden Inn
4500 S Peak Blvd, Roanoke VA 24018
540-776-3400
Click here for the Hilton discounted rate
Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown
27 Church Avenue, SE, Roanoke VA 24011
540-400-6000
Questions?
Contact the Office of the President at 540-857-7311 or inauguration@virginiawestern.edu.