A New Chapter. A Bold Future.
Join us for the Investiture of Dr. Heather Spillers Poole as we celebrate a new chapter in
leadership and the bright future of CLTCC!
Thursday, November 19, 2026
Investiture Ceremony
Open to the community
4:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center
1203 3rd Street
Alexandria, LA The Chancellor's Celebration
6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
CLTCC Alexandria Main Campus
516 Murray Street
Alexandria, LA 71301 Dinner, live music and an evening of celebration. Tickets: $125 per guest.
Purchase tickets here.
An Investiture is a time-honored academic tradition that formally recognizes and celebrates the leadership of a college or university chancellor or president.
More than a ceremony, it is an opportunity to honor the institution's history, celebrate its accomplishments, and look ahead to the future.
For CLTCC, this historic occasion marks a new chapter as we formally recognize Dr. Heather Spillers Poole as Chancellor and celebrate our shared commitment to student success, educational excellence, and building a stronger Central Louisiana.
No. The Investiture Ceremony will take place at Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center from 4:30–5:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
The Chancellor's Celebration will follow at CLTCC's Alexandria Main Campus from 6:00–9:00 p.m.
The two venues are conveniently located just a five-minute walk from one another.
Absolutely! CLTCC's Alexandria Main Campus is just a five-minute walk from Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center.
Following the Investiture Ceremony, we are planning a festive procession led by a marching band as we make our way to campus for the Chancellor's Celebration!
We hope you'll join us for this fun and memorable transition as we continue celebrating this historic occasion together.
Parking is available in the parking lot at Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center.
Guests attending the evening celebration at CLTCC's Alexandria Main Campus are encouraged to utilize available city street parking.
An additional parking lot is available on Sixth Street for guests attending the evening celebration.
The Investiture Ceremony at Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center is free and does not require a purchased ticket.
Tickets are required for the Chancellor's Celebration at CLTCC's Alexandria Main Campus, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Celebration tickets are $125 per person and include an elegant dinner, live entertainment by Phat Hat, and cocktails.
You can purchase tickets here using this link: Purchase Tickets Here
We are happy to help! For any additional questions about the Investiture Ceremony or Chancellor's Celebration, please contact Kristen Lemoine, Executive Director of Advancement & Community Relations, at 318-240-0787 or send an email to [email protected].
Event Sponsors
A special thank you to our generous sponsors for helping make this historic celebration possible. Your support and partnership play an important role in shaping the future of CLTCC and the students and communities we serve.
Presenting Sponsor
Leadership Sponsor
Investiture Ceremony Sponsor
Distinguished Sponsor
Partner Sponsor
