Dr. Bob Davies will officially become Murray State University’s 13th president at an investiture ceremony on campus Friday. There, he’ll give a speech titled “Endeavor, Hope and Achievement,” named after the three stars in the university’s logo.
Davies spoke with WKMS’ Chad Lampe about his time on campus thus far as well as his plans for today’s event.
He says while he’s honored to be a part of the ceremony, it’s really about the university and its goals as well as the community at large.
“It provides me, as the new President, to come in to talk about the future and where we’re going to go - Building on the strategic planning process and to propel our university forward,” Davies said.
The ceremony will feature university representatives along with government officials, including Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear. Davies’ father, Dr. Dick Davies, will also be in attendance.
“I’m a university brat. My father worked his way up through the professorial ranks and department chair to dean to provost and served in a short time in the presidency at the University of Northern Colorado,” Davies said. “Having this come full circle is very, very special. He’s a mentor, he’s a friend and someone that has influenced my life greatly.”
The investiture ceremony begins Friday afternoon at 2, and will be held in MSU’s Lovett Auditorium.
