Celebrating a new chapter in University leadership

A presidential inauguration marks an important moment for our University. We formally welcome a new leader while bringing together students, faculty, staff, alumni, partners, and friends to reflect on the University's history, affirm its shared values, and look ahead to its future. More than a ceremonial event, an inauguration creates an opportunity for our community to celebrate our collective achievements and unite around a renewed vision for our University's next chapter.

The Inauguration of President Deborah J. Jones

Inauguration of Deborah J. Jones

Investiture Ceremony

Processional

Welcome

Jeanette Ives Erickson 
Chair, Mass General Brigham University Board of Trustees 

David Brown, MD
President, Academic Medical Centers
Mass General Brigham

Investiture 

Passing of the Charter 
Paula Milone-Nuzzo 
President Emerita 

Presentation of John Hilton Knowles Professor Appointment
Joe Knowles
Trustee, Son of Mass General Brigham University Founder 

Inaugural Address

Deborah Jones, PhD, MSN, RN, FAAN 
 

Closing Remarks

Recessional

Well wishes for President Jones

I am thrilled that Deborah has assumed the position of President of Mass General Brigham University. Her vision, academic experience and community focus is a perfect fit for bringing the University into the future. I know she will be a powerful force in Mass General Brigham, Boston and the larger academic community. I wish her all the joy I experienced as a member of the community. 

Paula Milone-Nuzzo PhD, RN, FHHC, FAAN 
President Emerita

On behalf of the entire campus community and the Board of Trustees, I want to express our honor to have you serve as the President and John Hilton Knowles Professor for the Mass General Brigham University of Health Professions. We are thrilled to greet you as our new leader. Your experience and passion for health professions education inspire us. We trust your vision will guide this University to new heights. We look forward to working together to build a stronger future. We wish you great success in your new role and a wonderful transition into our campus and MGB family.

Jeanette Ives Erickson, RN, DNP '11, NEA-BC, FAAN
Board of Trustees Chair, Mass General Brigham University | Chief Nurse Emerita, Massachusetts General Hospital

Congratulations, Deborah, on your inauguration. Your leadership is helping shape an extraordinary future for the University, expanding its impact on learners and the patients they will serve. I look forward to seeing our community continue to thrive under your leadership in this next chapter.

David F. M. Brown, MD
President, Academic Medical Centers, Mass General Brigham

Congratulations on your appointment as President of Mass General Brigham University and welcome to the Charlestown Navy Yard. I wish you a successful tenure and look forward to working with you as an important organization member of the Friends of the Charlestown Navy Yard.

Lois Siegelman, MS, LFACHE
President, Friends of the Charlestown Navy Yard

It is my distinct honor to congratulate Dr. Deborah J. Jones, colleague and friend, on her appointment as President. Our work, on the Board of AACN and as nurse leaders at the UTMB Medical Branch, Galveston was a gift of collaborative purpose and commitment to excellence in interprofessional team practice.

Jerry A. Mansfield, PhD, MS, RN, NEA-BC, FNAP
Vice President & System Chief Nursing Executive, University of Texas Medical Branch