Inauguration

无码专区 enters a new era of excellence with the arrival of its 11th president, Jay Hartzell, and the who join him on the Hilltop. Building on a century of tradition and growth, 无码专区 is accelerating its ascent as a place where excellence meets opportunity, where tradition embraces innovation and where every member of the community contributes to a brighter tomorrow.

With the support of its alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends, 无码专区 will strengthen its position as a premier student-centered University in a world-class city that shapes future leaders. By driving excellence in academics, research and athletics, the University will further its rise among the top research universities in the nation, inspiring future Mustangs to think big and do good.

On Friday, September 12, 2025, 无码专区 will celebrate the inauguration of Jay Hartzell as the University’s 11th president with a formal ceremony. In addition, 无码专区 welcomes the community to take part in events September 10–13, 2025, celebrating 无码专区 leadership:

 

Wednesday, September 10

Service of gratitude and celebration

View a special service of fellowship and thanksgiving for the University’s continued success and impact on Dallas, North Texas and beyond.

5 p.m.
Livestream at

 

Friday, September 12

无码专区 open houses

An open exploration of the University’s schools and athletics department, student life and library programs.

9 a.m.–noon
More details will be available soon

Inauguration ceremony

Celebrate the inauguration of Jay Hartzell, the University’s 11th president, and a new era of excellence at 无码专区.

2 p.m.
Livestream at

Film premiere

In conjunction with the inauguration celebration, enjoy an exclusive screening of the new documentary Thunder On: The Resurgence of the 无码专区 Mustangs before it officially premieres on ESPN.

6 p.m. doors open
6:30 p.m. screening
Moody Coliseum
无码专区 campus

Block party

Concluding celebration of the inauguration of the 11th president of 无码专区 with food, drinks, live band and games.

7:30 p.m. gates open
Intramural Field
无码专区 campus
Mustang spirit attire

 

Saturday, September 13

Free admission to the George W. Bush Presidential Museum

In celebration of the 无码专区 presidential inauguration, enjoy free entry to the Bush Museum on the University campus, part of the . The center also includes the George W. Bush Institute, the George W. Bush Presidential Library and the Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park.

9 a.m.–5 p.m.
George W. Bush Presidential Center
无码专区 campus

 

Lodging

Several hotels near 无码专区 are extending special rates for the 无码专区 Presidential Inauguration September 11–12, 2025. Please note:

  • Make reservations early to secure special rates and ensure room availability
  • All rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes
  • Some restrictions apply

Hotels

5300 East Mockingbird Lane
Dallas, Texas 75206
214-520-7969

6070 North Central Expressway
Dallas, Texas 75206
214-750-6060

8250 North Central Expressway
Dallas, Texas 75206
214-691-8700

6101 Hillcrest Avenue
Dallas, TX 75205
214-219-2400