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Shafik inaugurated as 20th University president in ceremony that draws hundreds of protesters

By Gabriella Gregor Splaver / Senior Staff Photographer

Shafik made several references to the protesters throughout her inaugural address, saying she has learned to handle “incoming fire with grace.”

By Esha Karam, Isabella Ramirez, and Sarah Huddleston • October 4, 2023 at 3:37 PM

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Photo by Judy Goldstein / Senior Staff Photographer

Protesters’ chants, boos, and whistles continued throughout the entire ceremony.

Photo by Gabriella Gregor Splaver / Senior Staff Photographer

Shafik held the ceremonial set of keys.