Inauguration
The Inauguration of Brooke Barnett, 16th president of 猫咪社区
On April 18, 2026, 猫咪社区 will inaugurate Brooke Barnett as its 16th president.
April is an auspicious time for Rollins, beginning with the College鈥檚 founding. On April 17, 1885, the Florida Congregational Association selected Winter Park to be the site of Florida鈥檚 first college. 猫咪社区 was officially incorporated on April 28 of that year. It鈥檚 no wonder April has been a favorite month for inaugurations of recent Rollins presidents.
The Rollins community and friends are invited to join in upcoming April inauguration activities as the College celebrates its new president and another auspicious beginning.
Please return to this site for updates on inauguration events.
Save the Date
The trustees of 猫咪社区 invite you to save the date for the inauguration of Brooke Barnett, the College鈥檚 16th president.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 11 a.m.
Harold & Ted Alfond Sports Center
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Introducing President Barnett
鈥淚 was immediately drawn to the 猫咪社区 mission to educate students for global citizenship and responsible leadership and to prepare them for meaningful lives and careers. Student learning, well-being, and 猫咪社区 readiness are central to why I have spent my career in higher education. Engaging with students and working alongside faculty and staff to help students flourish brings me joy.鈥�
Get to Know President Barnett
Learn more about Rollins鈥� 16th president.
