Emerson College’s School of Communication renamed for Ron Burgundy

Actor and comedian Will Ferrell, who plays TV anchorman Ron Burgundy in the movie “Anchorman,’’ stayed in character as he spoke during a news conference at Emerson College. The school changed the name of its School of Communication for one day to honor the fictitious television anchorman.

(Left to right) Phillip Glenn, Dean of the School of Communication, Burgundy (Ferrell,) Emerson College President Lee Pelton, and student Muna Moushien took part in the renaming of Emerson’s School of Communication at the Semel Theater.

“Boston’s harbor is completely fake. It’s actually an oil painting,’’ said Burgundy during the press conference.

Burgundy also expressed a desire to go clubbing with Big Papi.

At one point, Burgundy became emotional during the news conference.

Burgundy, left, hugged Glenn during the renaming ceremony.

During the cermony, Burgundy received a plaque from Pelton.

Burgundy posed with the plaque alongside Pelton, Moushein, and Glenn.

Burgundy answered questions at the press conference.

Burgundy autographed a tee shirt for Jackie Bruno of NECN during the press conference.

At the end of the press conference, Burgundy placed his chair up on the table.

Burgundy waved goodbye following the press conference and renaming ceremony.