The inauguration of Daniel G. Lugo as the 23rd president of Trinity College will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025.
Inauguration Weekend will feature academic symposia, the formal installation ceremony, and a luncheon for members of the Trinity community and honored guests. The celebration will coincide with Fall Weekend, which brings together Homecoming and Family Weekend in a spirited showcase of campus life.
President Dan Lugo brings a deep passion for the liberal arts and a forward-looking approach that promises to shape the future of Trinity. Grounded in academic excellence, strategic management acumen, and meaningful connections, his leadership will deepen our collective impact on campus, in Hartford, and beyond. We are proud to celebrate this important historic milestone as one community with a sense of shared purpose and pride.
Lisa Bisaccia ’78
Chair, Trinity College Board of Trustees
Meet the President
About President Lugo
Daniel G. Lugo began his service as Trinity College’s 23rd president on July 1, 2025. He comes to Trinity after serving as president of Queens University of Charlotte since 2019 and is driven by a lifelong passion for the mission of higher education and has centered his career on leadership that enhances institutions and their profiles.
Inauguration Weekend Schedule
October 17–18, 2025
Join us for the installation of Trinity College’s 23rd president, Daniel G. Lugo. The inauguration ceremony will take place on Saturday, October 18, at 9:00 a.m.
Community events and celebrations will take place in concert with Fall Weekend.
Details and the full schedule for Inauguration Weekend are forthcoming.
For questions about Inauguration Weekend, please contact [email protected].
About Trinity
Located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut, Trinity College is the preeminent historic liberal arts college in an urban environment, where students and faculty enjoy unparalleled opportunities to learn, engage, and thrive on campus and within the surrounding community.
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