History of Presidential Inaugurations
The inauguration of a university president is a long-standing tradition in academia. As Point Park University inaugurates its 9th president, we join in this enduring custom.
Presidential inaugurations typically take place months after the president begins their role in office, yet still represent a type of beginning, as the new president is welcomed by members of the university community and shares their vision for the years to come.
The inauguration service will include a formal academic procession, remarks from community and university leaders, and a keynote address. Chris W. Brussalis will be installed as president and will give a short inaugural address.
Friday, September 20, 2024
3–4:30 p.m.
The inauguration ceremony will be held in the PNC Theatre in the Pittsburgh Playhouse, kicking off Homecoming Weekend. Limited seating will be available in the theatre. The event will also be livestreamed.
Please join us in celebrating the ninth president of Point Park University. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. RSVP here.
Schedule of Events
2:30 p.m. Procession from Alumni Park to Pittsburgh Playhouse
3 p.m. Inauguration Ceremony in PNC Theatre
4:30 p.m. Reception in Playhouse Lobby
The Pittsburgh Playhouse is located at 350 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.
Directions to Playhouse:
From the East:
Take I-376 W/US-22 W to Exit 71A Grant Street. Continue straight on Grant Street and make a left onto Forbes Avenue.
From the West (Airport):
Take 1-376 E to Exit 71A Grant Street. Continue straight on Grant Street and make a left onto Forbes Avenue.
From the North:
Take US-19 Truck/McKnight Road. Merge onto I-279 S and take the 7th Avenue/6th Avenue Exit from I-579 S/Veterans Bridge. Keep left and follow signs for PPG Paints Arena 6th Avenue and merge onto Bigelow Blvd. Turn right onto Sixth Avenue, followed by a left onto Grant Street and then right onto Forbes Avenue.
From the South:
Take PA-51 N. Use right lane to take US-19 S Truck ramp to Downtown/S Side/Dormont/I-579. Use right two lanes to turn right into Liberty Tunnel. Continue through Liberty Tunnel and turn slight right onto Crosstown Blvd. Turn left onto Forbes Avenue.
Public Transportation
Pittsburgh Regional Transit offers a variety of buses, "T" light-rail service and inclines to get you to the theatre. For schedules, rates, schedules, and general information about these services, visit the PRT website at rideprt.org or call 412-442-2000.
On-street metered parking for the Pittsburgh Playhouse is available along Forbes Avenue and adjacent streets at Pittsburgh Parking Authority hourly rates.
The nearest public parking garage to the Pittsburgh Playhouse is located at the Hilton Garden Inn, 250 Forbes Avenue. Other garages and surface parking lots are located downtown at various rates; many have discounted rates beginning at 4pm. Please note that some may be cash only. Check out these additional parking resources from our friends at the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.
