At CMC presidential inauguration, William Dudley emphasizes access and affordability

Claremont McKenna College formally inaugurated William C. Dudley as its sixth president last Saturday, Nov. 7. The event was among a weekend of celebrations celebrating Dudley’s investiture, including a panel on leadership in higher education and a dedication ceremony for the Sports Bowl, Claremont-Mudd-Scripps’ newest set of athletic facilities. The investiture ceremony, held on Parents Field, brought together CMC community members and individuals close to Dudley — including a roommate from his undergraduate years and a close mentor — to usher Dudley into the presidency, though he formally took the mantle from former president Hiram Chodosh on July 1. Dudley received the presidential medallion and academic hood during the ceremony. In his inaugural address, Dudley reflected on CMC’s founding mission of preparing students for responsible leadership, emphasizing the importance of preserving the college’s educational values while responding to challenges facing higher education.

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