Laurea Irving
Director of Special Events, Certified Etiquette and Protocol Advisor
The Director of Special Events and the Assistant Director are responsible for planning and managing events hosted by the president. The Office of the President hosts more than 200 events a year. The Director of Special Events’ responsibilities include:
- Coordinating event locations, invitations, guest lists, menus, décor and technical support for presidential events
- Collaborating with different divisions and departments on large scale university-wide events
- Leading and consulting on signature events across campus through interdepartmental support team known as the Events Core Team
- Advising on etiquette and protocol