The investiture of Dr. Mark A. Brown '86 as the tenth president and CEO of Tuskegee University will be the highlight of inauguration weekend events on September 19-21, 2025.
Please plan to celebrate this significant event in the life of Tuskegee University by joining us for the following.
FRIDAY
Investiture Ceremony
Time: 12:00 NOON (CT) -- General admission
Gen. Daniel "Chappie" James Center
Although the Investiture Ceremony is open to the public, we want to ensure a smooth and meaningful experience for our alumni—so we encourage you to RSVP in advance.
SATURDAY
Golf Tournament
Time: 6:30 AM (CT) — Check-In and Breakfast
Time: 8:00 AM (CT) — Shotgun Start
Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Grand National
(View Golf Sponsorship Opportunities Below)
Black-Tie Gala
Time: 7:00 PM (CT) — Dinner and Program
Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National
(View Gala Sponsorship Opportunities Below)
SUNDAY
Ecumenical Service
Time: 10:00 AM (CT)
Tuskegee University Chapel
Although the Ecumenical Ceremony is open to the public, we want to ensure a smooth and meaningful experience for our alumni—so we encourage you to RSVP in advance.
As part of a historic moment in Tuskegee University’s history, alumni, partners, and friends are invited to join the Investiture Golf Tournament in honor of President Dr. Mark A. Brown and in support of Tuskegee University. This special tournament is more than a round of golf—it is a gathering rooted in unity, pride, and purpose. It brings together those who believe in Tuskegee’s legacy and are committed to shaping its future.
Your contribution to the Golf Tournament will receive the following benefits:
Presenting Sponsor: $50,000
Crimson Sponsor: $25,000
Old Gold Sponsor: $15,000
Silver Sponsor: $10,000
Bronze Sponsor: $5,000
For more information about becoming a sponsor or the benefits associated with underwriting portions of our inauguration events, please contact the Office of Development and Alumni Engagement at 334-727-8781.
We invite individuals, corporations, foundations, organizations and others to help celebrate the inauguration of Dr. Mark A. Brown as Tuskegee University's tenth president by serving as sponsors for our various inauguration events. Sponsorships and in-kind contributions toward these events will not only underwrite these events, but will benefit student scholarships.
Your contribution to the Gala will receive the following benefits:
Presenting Sponsor: $250,000
Signature Sponsor: $100,000
Crimson Sponsor: $50,000
Old Gold Sponsor: $25,000
Silver Sponsor: $10,000
Bronze Sponsor: $5,000
Patron Sponsor: $1,000
For more information about becoming a sponsor or the benefits associated with underwriting portions of our inauguration events, please contact the Office of Development and Alumni Engagement at 334-727-8781.
Office of Development
and Alumni Engagement
Phone: 334-727-8781