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Events

Whether you are a student, alum, faculty or staff member, community partner, or friend of the university, your presence and voice are essential to our collective future.

Together, we honor our past. Together, we build our future. Together We Soar.

Tuesday, October 6, 6:00 p.m.

My Name is Julia

Discover Shelby Theatre, Alan & Lindsey Song Center for the Arts | Opening Reception at 6:00 p.m.

Excerpts from Kathryn Tucker Windham’s one-woman play of Alabama trailblazer, Julia Strudwick Tutwiler

American Association of University Women presents Montevallo Women: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.

This panel discussion features a discussion with women in leadership from education to politics—don’t miss this engaging conversation that will kick-off our inauguration week celebration.

Wednesday, October 7, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m

Students, join President Johnston for yard games, music, and popsicles in the heart of campus!

Thursday, October 8, 11:00 a.m.

Yellow flower with Palmer Hall as background

130th Founders’ Day Convocation & Investiture of Dr. Michelle R. Johnston

Thomas Waverly Palmer Hall Auditorium
16th President of the University of Montevallo

Founders’ Day Lunch

Anna Irvin Dining Hall
Free lunch tickets to all Founders’ Day Convocation attendees

Open House: Sweet Treats at Flowerhill

4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Visit the presidential residence in honor of its 100th birthday.

Montevallo Flock Party

Palmer Gate | 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Join the City of Montevallo, Main Street Montevallo, and Shelby County for a free concert in celebration of President Johnston’s inauguration.

Hotel Accommodations

Hampton Inn, Calera, 20% discount for University of Montevallo guests
Home2Suites, Calera, 20% discount for University of Montevallo guests