Join us in celebrating the inauguration of our ninth President:
On Friday, September 26th, we’ll be inaugurating the ninth president in North Central’s history: Darnell K. Williams, Sr., DMin.
To celebrate, we’re planning a week’s worth of festivities, and we want you to be a part of it!
Take a look at what’s in store:
As we begin this new chapter of North Central’s story, we’re gathering alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends of the university for a formal inauguration ceremony along with a variety of other activities designed to connect our past with our present as we step into the future.
Inauguration Weekend Schedule:
Thursday, September 25
10:50-11:40 a.m. – Dr. Carolyn Tennant speaks in chapel
5:30-8:00 p.m. – Social Mixer for Christians in the Marketplace
Friday, September 26
1:00-3:00 p.m. – Inauguration Ceremony
3:00-4:00 p.m. – Reception
Saturday, September 27
2:00-4:00 p.m. – Alumni Block Party
1:00p-5:00 p.m. – Volleyball games
2:00-4:30 p.m. – Soccer games
Lodging Information
We’ve reserved a block of rooms for inauguration guests at the Elliot Park Hotel in downtown Minneapolis—just minutes from campus.
Group Rate: $199–$219 per night
Reservation Dates: September 24–28, 2025
Book your group rate for the NCU Presidential Inauguration here
If you have questions or need help with the reservation link, feel free to reach out. We’re excited to host you for this special occasion!