A New Era Begins: The Investiture of Shannon B. Lundeen

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A New Era Begins: The Investiture of Shannon B. Lundeen

March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

吃瓜网 proudly celebrated the inauguration of Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen as its 25th president during a three鈥慸ay series of events held March 12鈥�14, 2026.

The inauguration, themed聽鈥淔uture Focused. Tradition Inspired.鈥�, marked the formal installation of President Lundeen and honored both Stephens鈥� historic legacy and its bold, forward鈥憀ooking vision.

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A New Era Begins: The Investiture of Shannon B. Lundeen

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