The Inauguration of President George Timmons
April 16 - April 19, 2024
Join us for a week of events celebrating President George Timmons
and the future of Holyoke Community College.
ALL WEEK LONG:
- Celebrate the fifth President of Holyoke Community College with a nod to President Timmons' unique style. Special inauguration bow ties may be picked up in the Frost Lobby from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 16-18.
- Tune in to WCCH Radio 103.5 FM all week long to hear some of our President's favorite songs.
- Click here to send a virtual message to President Timmons.
- As you walk the exterior of our campus, observe the recently unveiled banners that illuminate our values in the words of others.
Tuesday, April 16
Book Reading at Itsy Bitsy Child Watch
9 - 10:30 a.m.
Location: Marieb Building first floor
President Timmons will read to children in our Itsy Bitsy Child Watch space.
Click here to RSVP.
Community Crafting
12:30 to 2 p.m.
Location: Campus Center Cafeteria
Join the Campus Activities Team for Students (CATS) for HCC-inspired crafts including coloring pages, string art, and origami.
Wednesday, April 17
Our Values on Display
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Visit the Campus Center second floor to watch our newest mural come to life. Artist Betsy Casañas will help us showcase our institutional values of kindness, inclusion, trust, innovation, and collaboration.
Lite Bites from the HCC Culinary Arts Truck
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Stop by the plaza to visit our very own culinary arts truck for treats made by HCC students and faculty. Meet some of our culinary arts students and enjoy the fruits of their labors.
413 Business Expo
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Campus Center
Come celebrate and support our local businesses.
Our Values on Display
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Visit the Campus Center second floor to watch our newest mural come to life. Artist Betsy Casañas will help us showcase our institutional values of kindness, inclusion, trust, innovation, and collaboration.
Thursday, April 18
Our Values on Display
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Visit the Campus Center second floor to watch our newest mural come to life. Artist Betsy Casañas will help us showcase our institutional values of kindness, inclusion, trust, innovation, and collaboration.
Panel Discussion with Alumni and Students
12 - 1 p.m.
Location: Campus Center Faculty & Staff Dining Room
Gain inspiration from graduates and current students whose experiences at Holyoke Community College have enabled them to soar.
Our Values on Display
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Visit the Campus Center second floor to watch our newest mural come to life. Artist Betsy Casañas will help us showcase our institutional values of kindness, inclusion, trust, innovation, and collaboration.
Celebrating our Faculty and Staff: The Foundation of Our Vision
3 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Campus Center
Join President Timmons for a reception as we gather in community with faculty and staff past and present.
Click here to RSVP
Friday, April 19
Investiture
11 a.m.
Location: Leslie Phillips Theater | Fine & Performing Arts Building
Community Luncheon
12:30 - 2 p.m.
Location: Campus Center
Airport:
Bradley International Airport (BDL)
Schoephoester Road
Windsor Locks, Conn.
HOTELS:
D. Hotel Suites & Spa
1 Country Club Road
Holyoke, MA 01040
413-533-2100
Homewood Suites by Hilton (Holyoke, Mass.)
375 Whitney Avenue
Holyoke, MA 01040
413-532-3100
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
229 Whiting Farms Road
Holyoke, MA 01040
413-533-2800
Homewood Suites by Hilton (Hadley, Mass.)
340 Russell Street
Hadley, MA 01035
413-387-0583
