SENIOR CLASS GIFTS: 1861 – PRESENT

2012 Nittany Lion Shrine Historical Display and Beautification The class of 2012 will create an historical display about the Nittany Lion Shrine, its creation, and sculptor Heinz Warneke. A gift of the class of 1940, the Lion Shrine is now one of the most recognized and photographed locations on campus. The display will be located adjacent to the Lion Shrine so it will not interfere with the Shrine’s natural environment or photo opportunities. The class will also provide funds for improved lighting, better accessibility, and landscape improvements to the surrounding area, which will make the Shrine more visitor-friendly, any time of year. 2011 Penn State Veterans Plaza The Class of 2011 will create a plaza that honors all Penn State veterans, with special recognition to Lt. Michael P. Murphy (’98 Lib). Penn Staters have bravely served in the military dating back to the Civil War and the University now has the largest ROTC program of any non-military institution. Lt. Murphy is the only Penn State alumnus to receive the Medal of Honor, after he perished in Afghanistan in 2005 while leading a Navy Seal Team behind enemy lines. He was the first American awarded the Medal of Honor for actions in Afghanistan. The plaza will be located near the northeast corner of Old Main, near the intersection of Pollock Road and the Henderson Mall. 2010 Marsh Meadow Boardwalk and Overlook at the Arboretum (Planning/Construction in progress) The Class of 2010 will establish a boardwalk and overlook across the James J. and Lynn D. Ramage Marsh Meadow in The Arboretum at Penn State, a 370-acre living laboratory. The Marsh Meadow has been seeded with 3-foot high switch grass and edged with trees and shrubs common to wet areas in order to simulate a marsh. The boardwalk will act as the “front door” to the Arboretum from central campus and be an aesthetic feature in its own right, providing a “bridge” over an impassable wet area. This is a significant gift as 2009-2010 marks the opening of the Arboretum and it will be a highly visible and heavily used feature in the Arboretum landscape.

2009 Restoration and Display of the Old Main Bell Cast in 1874, the bronze bell in the tower of Old Main has not rung since the last day of class in June 1929, and can be seen only by visitors to the limited-access bell tower. The class funded the removal of the bell from the tower, its restoration and display near the west entrance of Old Main so that it can be appreciated as a symbol of Penn State's heritage. Following the dedication for the gift, the bell was rung properly for the first time in more than 70 years.

2008 Gateway Element at Atherton and Curtin Roads The gateway entrance to the University Park campus is located at the intersection of Atherton Street and Curtin Road. A prominent entryway for students and returning alumni, this gateway welcomes visitors to west side of campus. The gateway is designed to complement the styles of the other campus entryways such as the Allen Street Gates (class gift of 1916), the Pugh Street Gates (1925), and the Beaver Stadium Landmark Sign (1992).

2007 Celebration Garden at Rec Hall To honor Rec Hall’s 80 year history, a Celebration Garden was chosen to improve the area in front of the building’s main entrance with a garden and seating. Adjacent to the Lion Shrine and the Nittany Lion Inn, the class funds enhance this historic landmark by adding further beauty to the University Park campus and improved a section of the campus that sees a tremendous number of visitors. This plaza is a welcome spot for students to relax between classes or after a visit to the gym, and a meeting place for alumni and visitors.

2006 East Sub-Campus Tulip Tree Promenade and Endowment The tulip trees are located in the renovated part of east campus (formerly Lot 80), which includes the Business, Forest Resources, and Food Science buildings, as well as the new location for the University Creamery. The promenade, which begins at the Creamery plaza and ends at the meadow in front of the Business and Forest Resources buildings, is lined with tulip trees, which reach a height of 80 feet or more. The class purchased thirty-one trees and ensured their longevity through a maintenance endowment similar to that for the historic elms that line the Allen Street Mall. 2005 HUB-Robeson Center Sesquicentennial Commemorative Piece Renowned artist William Culbertson created this promenade along the HUB lawn that explores 150 years of campus life in honor of Penn State’s Sesquicentennial. The five pillars detail different periods in the University’s history and depict various aspects of student life, activities, athletics, and cultural events.

2004 Willard Plaza The class funded renovations to the area on the Pollock Road side of Willard Building, to be similar in design to the plaza in front of the HUB-Robeson Cultural Center. Besides making the area more aesthetically pleasing, the renovations added more seating, bicycle racks, and wireless access for students who like to work and study between classes. The monies raised were used to fund the center seating area, giving students a place to relax in this heavily traveled campus area.

2003 HUB-Robeson Center Mural Famous for his panoramic, building-sized work, New York City artist Richard J. Haas used oil and acrylic paint on canvas to create the HUB-Robeson Center Mural, which depicts the past 50 years of the University's history. Highlighting important people, events, and milestones, the mural was dedicated inside the HUB-Robeson Cultural Center on the University Park campus, on February 22, 2005, Penn State's 150th birthday.

2002 Historic Street Clock Project The class funded the installation of historical street clocks on the University Park campus. Four clocks were installed in strategic locations throughout campus: on Curtain Road between the Forum and Palmer Museum; by the new chemistry building along Shortlidge Mall; in the HUB plaza in front of Osmond Lab; by the gazebo on the HUB lawn. The seniors voted to dedicate the gift to the memory of the victims of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. The clock located on the

south side of the HUB lawn was a 50th year reunion gift from the Class of 1952. 2001 Historic Light Restoration Project The Shepherd's Crook fixtures along the Allen Street Mall are modeled as closely as possible to the lights that existed throughout campus over a century ago. This class gift not only enhances the beauty of campus, but increases campus safety in accordance with the University's campus safety project, “Take Back the Night.” In addition, these lights cast their glow downward, not up into the sky, keeping with the region's environmental efforts to keep walkways bright, not the sky. 2000 Living Machine The Living Machine, which is located at the Center for Sustainability by Porter Road, is an ecologically sound water-treatment facility designed to turn murky water into crystal clear, fresh water. It is chemical and odor-free and costs less to operate than conventional waste treatment techniques. The Living Machine is made up of a series of tanks with live plants, trees, grass, algae, koi, goldfish, tiny freshwater shrimp, snails, and a plethora of microorganisms and bacteria. Each tank is a mini-ecosystem designed to eat or break down waste in about four days. 1999 HUB Aquarium – The Living Classroom The idea to include an aquarium in the HUB renovation project originated with the Penn State Marine Science Society and was supported by the Colleges of Agricultural Sciences, Earth and Mineral Sciences, Engineering, and the Eberly College of Science. The Living Classroom consists of two aquariums that function as laboratories for teaching environmental science, biology, and chemistry to students. One aquarium is a 300-gallon saltwater tank for coral reef fish and the other is a 120-gallon freshwater tank for African lake fish. Not only is the Living Classroom used for educational purposes, it is a popular meeting place for students. The Eberly College of Science made a gift to support ongoing maintenance of the aquarium.

1998 HUB Terrace The HUB lawn has always been a popular gathering place for students when the winter weather breaks. To enhance this popular place on campus, the class donated the funds to include a terrace as part of the HUB-Robeson Center renovation project. The terrace spans the front of the HUB with tables for students and faculty to study, eat, and meet outside. Trees are planted on the outskirts of the terrace and a rock features a plaque acknowledging the class.

1997 Peace Garden By choosing the Peace Garden as their gift, the class hoped to give students, staff, and faculty an open space for study, conversation, and relaxation away from the regular campus congestion. Located between the HUB-Robeson Center and the Henderson Mall, the Peace Garden was designed in part by three landscape architecture professors and a landscape construction professor. The garden features twenty-eight London Plane trees, Pennsylvania blue flagstone walkways, teak benches, and limestone boulders. The garden's white color scheme, chosen to represent peace and harmony, is achieved by seasonally planted flowers such as pansies and chrysanthemums.

1996 Elm Tree Endowment Penn State holds one of the last great American elm stands in the country, with over four hundred elm trees placed around campus, seventy of which are located on the Allen Street Mall. To help preserve these aging beauties, the class created an Elm Tree Endowment. The contribution from the class remains as the principle and about half of the annual income is used for maintenance, upkeep, and replacement. To mark the gift, a limestone bench was placed at the top of the mall by the library. Inspiration for the gift came from a thunderstorm that ripped through the area, causing two trees over 100

years old to be removed. Another winter storm destroyed at least 10 trees valued between $45,000 and $75,000 and caused millions of dollars in damage to the landscape around campus. 1995 Foundry Park Foundry Park was built on a one-acre vacant lot behind University House and Hammond Building. The park was realized as part of an effort to improve the scenic view of central campus, in addition to adding green space. Probably the most notable feature of the park is the crucible, a device that was used to melt iron in the Foundry Building which was originally located at the site of the park. In 2006, after the demolition of Engineering Units D and E, Foundry Park was moved and expanded. The new space has the same appeal to students passing time outside, but is enhanced by features like wireless access and more seating which allows the space to be used as an outdoor classroom.

1994 Extended Hours Room in Pattee Library The class funded the extended hours reading room in the renovated West Pattee Library. The room, which is two stories and about the size of Schwab Auditorium, provides students with a place to study, research, and read 24 hours a day Sunday through Thursday. The room contains books and articles that an instructor has placed on reserve for the students of any given course to access for the semester. In this way, all of the students in a class may have access to the same text and may photocopy materials instead of purchasing an entire book.

1993 Valerie Christein Urgent Care Unit in Ritenour Building In an attempt to turn a tragedy into something positive the class dedicated their gift, the Ritenour Urgent Care Unit, to Valerie Christein, a student who suffered fatal head trauma from a tree branch that fell on her while she was passing Willard Building during a thunderstorm. The department is accessible from Pollock Road and open to all university students. It consists of six private exam rooms, a minor procedures room, a large room with three relatively private cubicles for consultation and appointment scheduling, two separate staff conference areas, and a 15-seat, television-equipped, waiting room. With the dedication of this unit, the first floor of Ritenour became a comprehensive ambulatory care center with separate general medicine, women’s health, and urgent care departments, all set up to ease the flow of students. Today, a plaque commemorating the gift hangs in a conference room in the new Student Health Center.

1992 Landmark Sign by Beaver Stadium The seventy foot long Pennsylvania State University landmark sign located on Park Avenue near Beaver Stadium was designed by Philip Hawk, a master stonemason from Lemont, using limestone from the 19th Century Centre County Barn Foundations. The massive limestone structure represents the university’s agricultural heritage and the materials used to construct Old Main. Dogwoods and firs are planted around the sign to give it some added character. A bronze plaque was added in

dedication to Norman Bedell, a Penn State Official who passed away during the completion of the gift. Bedell had worked to raise money to complete the landmark sign and was Assistant Vice President for the Office of Physical Plant. 1991 Creamery Café (West Side) Complementing the previous year’s class gift, the Class of 1991 created another courtyard on the west side of the creamery. The courtyards featured permanent seating, special paving, and new foliage. With the construction and opening of the new Food Sciences Building and Berkey Creamery, the outdoor cafés are still located at the new site as seen on the right, but can accommodate more people.

1990 Creamery Café (East Side) The Class of 1990 presented a courtyard on the east side of the Creamery. With the addition of outside seating and landscaping, visitors to the historic Penn State landmark now had a place to relax and enjoy their ice cream while taking in the campus sights. The courtyard was moved to the location of the new Creamery upon its completion in 2006.

1989 Outdoor Study Lounge at Pattee Library The outdoor terrace on the east side of Pattee Library was paved with earth-tone bricks in a circular pattern. An existing building ledge and newly-constructed wooden benches provided seating, and large, decorative flower planters were added. 1988 Computerized Interview Training Center The class helped to fund a computer interview training center that was originally located on the fourth floor of Boucke Building. The training center consisted of five computers: three to deliver software programs and two to administer assessment devices used in counseling. They also funded a studio where students can tape a mock interview and view their results when they are finished, as well as a library of videotapes about the interview process and companies that recruit employees.

1987 Gateway and Landscaping at the Shortlidge Road and East College Avenue As a way to correct a drainage problem and avoid footpaths in the landscaping, the class raised $24,000 to update the corner of Shortlidge Road and East College Avenue. They added two stone walls, twenty foot benches, and concrete pavers, resulting in a new, aesthetically pleasing gateway to campus.

1986 Additional Elm Trees for the Mall The class contributed over $13,000 to plant six new American elm trees along the Allen Street Mall to replace those that were dying from Dutch Elm disease. The new elms were planted 60 feet apart to ensure their roots would not become entangled and spread the disease, and it is estimated that it will take about 70 years from their planting for the trees to grow to 90 feet, the approximate height of the existing elms along the Mall which were planted in 1890.

1985 Endowed Library Book Fund A popular choice for Senior Class Gifts has been donating money to the library for the purchase of books and materials. All books and materials have bookplates in them acknowledging the Class of 1985. Support stemmed from the fact that book costs had risen at more than three times the inflation rate over the past 15 years and the University had substantially fewer volumes than comparable schools.

1984 Support for Stone Valley Stone Valley Recreation Area was established as a part of the University in 1961, but Penn State has been involved with Stone Valley for educational purposes since 1940. Although the Intercollegiate Athletics Department is in control of the recreation area, it is still used by many different colleges at Penn State. Support for the Commonwealth Campuses Since many students start their college careers at commonwealth campuses, the class wanted to donate to the campuses that gave them their start. Endowed Library Book Fund The class established an Endowed Book Fund for the library as their Senior Class Gift. Money was provided to purchase new books. A wide range of topics were chosen so that every student in every major could utilize the new books. Bookplates are located in each book acknowledging the Class of 1984. 1983 Support for Stone Valley Stone Valley Recreation Area was established as a part of the University in 1961, but Penn State has been involved with Stone Valley for educational purposes since 1940. Although the Intercollegiate Athletics Department is in control of the recreation area, it is still used by many different colleges at Penn State. Support for the Commonwealth Campuses and Academic Colleges Since many students start their college careers at commonwealth campuses, the class wanted to donate back to the campuses that gave them their start. Support for the Agricultural Arena Opening November 2, 1984, the Agricultural Arena serves as a multipurpose venue for agriculture related events. The Class of 1983 made gifts toward the $1.4 million building, which was funded solely by private donations. 1982 Support for Stone Valley Stone Valley Recreation Area was established as a part of the University in 1961, but Penn State has been involved with Stone Valley for educational purposes since 1940. Although the Intercollegiate Athletics Department is in control of the recreation area, it is still used by many different colleges at Penn State. Support for the Commonwealth Campuses and Academic Colleges Since many students start their college careers at commonwealth campuses, the class wanted to donate to the campuses that gave them their start. 1981 Support for Stone Valley Stone Valley Recreation Area was established as a part of the University in 1961, but Penn State has been involved with Stone Valley for educational purposes since 1940. Although the Intercollegiate Athletics Department is in control of the recreation area, it is still used by many different colleges at Penn State.

Support for the Commonwealth Campuses and Academic Colleges Since many students start their college careers at commonwealth campuses, the class wanted to donate to the campuses that gave them their start. Support for the Agricultural Arena Opening November 2, 1984, the Agricultural Arena serves as a multipurpose venue for agriculture related events. The Class of 1981 made gifts toward the $1.4 million building, which was funded solely by private donations. 1980 Support for the Class Fund Some of the funds from the Class of 1983 were invested for future use at the discretion of the University. Support for the Agricultural Arena Opening November 2, 1984, the Agricultural Arena serves as a multipurpose venue for agriculture related events. The Class of 1980 made gifts toward the $1.4 million building, which was funded solely by private donations. 1979 Support for Commonwealth Campuses Since many students start their college careers at commonwealth campuses, the class wanted to donate to the campuses that gave them their start. Support for the University Libraries The class used some of their funds to make unrestricted gifts toward the University Libraries. The funds were used to purchase additional volumes and upgrade facility resources. Support for a Freshman Scholarship The class gave $5,000 toward a new scholarship awarded to incoming freshmen who demonstrated exceptional academic achievement or promise. The intent is to recognize and attract freshmen students to Penn State. 1978 Class of 1978/Kevin Steinberg Renaissance Scholarship The class gave $12,000 to create the Kevin Steinberg Renaissance Scholarship in memory of a student who lost his life in a car accident when he and his friends were traveling to Hershey Medical Center to deliver the check from THON 1978. Steinberg was the Interfraternity Council Vice President and loved being involved in THON. The scholarship provides financial assistance to promising full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have the need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses. Beaver Stadium Victory Bell In 1964, football coach Rip Engle decided the students needed a gathering place to celebrate after victories. After each win, Coach Engle rang the bell from the U.S.S. Pennsylvania located in front of Wagner Building for each point in the Lions margin of victory. The Class of 1978 continued this tradition under Coach Joe Paterno by mounting an antique bronze bell, which was presented at halftime of the game against Rutgers on September 15, 1979, on top of the stadium scoreboard. After each home victory, the Nittany Lion mascot rang the bell once for each point scored by Penn State. Now, the bell chimes are automated through the stadium’s PA system.

1977 Support for Commonwealth Campuses Since many students start their college careers at commonwealth campuses, the class wanted to donate to the campuses that gave them their start. Support for the Renaissance Fund and Unrestricted Funds Funding for Renaissance Scholarships began in 1969 when Penn State’s Board of Trustees formed a non-profit entity through which to collect funds for the education of low-income students. Still in place, these scholarships support Penn State’s land grant mission and are a precursor to federal aid programs for low-income students, representing the ongoing efforts to increase access to higher education. Support for the University Libraries The class used some of their funds to make unrestricted gifts toward the University Libraries. The funds were used to purchase additional volumes and upgrade facility resources. Support for the Art Museum The class gifted funds to the Palmer Museum of Art, completed in 1972, to assist in expanding the museum’s permanent collection. Today, more than half of the 6,000 permanent works in the museum have been donated or purchased with funds contributed by private donors, including those through the Senior Class Gift. 1976 Support for Commonwealth Campuses Since many students start their college careers at commonwealth campuses, the class wanted to donate to the campuses that gave them their start. Support for the Renaissance Fund and Unrestricted Funds Funding for Renaissance Scholarships began in 1969 when Penn State’s Board of Trustees formed a non-profit entity through which to collect funds for the education of low-income students. Still in place, these scholarships support Penn State’s land grant mission and are a precursor to federal aid programs for low-income students, representing the ongoing efforts to increase access to higher education. Support for the University Libraries The class used some of their funds to make unrestricted gifts toward the University Libraries. The funds were used to purchase additional volumes and upgrade facility resources. Support for the Art Museum The class gifted funds to the Palmer Museum of Art, completed in 1972, to assist in expanding the museum’s permanent collection. Today, more than half of the 6,000 permanent works in the museum have been donated or purchased with funds contributed by private donors, including those through the Senior Class Gift. 1975 Support for Commonwealth Campuses Since many students start their college careers at commonwealth campuses, the class wanted to donate to the campuses that gave them their start. Support for the Renaissance Fund and Unrestricted Funds Funding for Renaissance Scholarships began in 1969 when Penn State’s Board of Trustees formed a non-profit entity through which to collect funds for the education of low-income students. Still in place, these scholarships support Penn State’s land grant mission and are a precursor to federal aid programs for low-income students, representing the ongoing efforts to increase access to higher education.

Support for the University Libraries The class used some of their funds to make unrestricted gifts toward the University Libraries. The funds were used to purchase additional volumes and upgrade facility resources. Support for the Art Museum The class gifted funds to the Palmer Museum of Art, completed in 1972, to assist in expanding the museum’s permanent collection. Today, more than half of the 6,000 permanent works in the museum have been donated or purchased with funds contributed by private donors, including those through the Senior Class Gift. 1974 Support for Commonwealth Campuses Since many students start their college careers at commonwealth campuses, the class wanted to donate to the campuses that gave them their start. Support for the Renaissance Fund and Unrestricted Funds Funding for Renaissance Scholarships began in 1969 when Penn State’s Board of Trustees formed a non-profit entity through which to collect funds for the education of low-income students. Still in place, these scholarships support Penn State’s land grant mission and are a precursor to federal aid programs for low-income students, representing the ongoing efforts to increase access to higher education. Support for the University Libraries The class used some of their funds to make unrestricted gifts toward the University Libraries. The funds were used to purchase additional volumes and upgrade facility resources. Support for the Art Museum The class gifted funds to the Palmer Museum of Art, completed in 1972, to assist in expanding the museum’s permanent collection. Today, more than half of the 6,000 permanent works in the museum have been donated or purchased with funds contributed by private donors, including those through the Senior Class Gift. 1973 University Funding Marking the first year the gift was decided before funds were collected, the Class of 1973 gave each senior a choice as to where to give their money between five funds. Unlike previous years when class officers decided where and how much to donate to the various funds, each senior got to decide where they wanted their money to go. They were given five categories to choose from and selections were based on the results. The class gave more than $22,000 to support the Renaissance Fund, the University Libraries, the Museum of Art, the Commonwealth Campuses, and an unrestricted fund. 1972 University Funding The class officers met with officials from the Penn State Foundation (now called The Office of University Development) after funds where collected to establish categories that seniors could choose from to designate their gift. The class chose to support a Renaissance Scholarship, the Libraries, the Commonwealth Campuses, and the Art Museum.

1971 Renaissance Scholarship Funding for Renaissance Scholarships began in 1969 when Penn State’s Board of Trustees formed a non-profit entity through which to collect funds for the education of low-income students. Still in place, these scholarships support Penn State’s land grant mission and are a precursor to federal aid programs for low-income students, representing the ongoing efforts to increase access to higher education. The class pledged more than $25,000 to the scholarship. At the time, it was the single biggest gift made to the Renaissance Scholarships and was $10,000 more than had been given by any other graduating class. 1970 Renaissance Scholarship The class donated more than $11,000 to the Renaissance Fund as their Senior Class Gift. The fund is designed to provide financial assistance to promising full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have proved the need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses. 1969 Renaissance Scholarship The class donated more than $6,000 to the Renaissance Fund as their Senior Class Gift. The fund is designed to provide financial assistance to promising full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have proved the need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses. 1968 Libraries Program Endowment After the original gift choice of a fountain for the Mall in front of Pattee Library was deemed unfeasible, the class donated money for a Libraries Program Endowment. Each year, twenty five percent of the annual income is used for materials (books, databases, electronic publications, journals, and other materials). The remaining seventy five percent is used to purchase databases, software, equipment, licenses, and other technologies; train the staff and faculty to use new equipment; and support research, scholarly activity, or service to the profession or a professional development. A bookplate is placed in each book acknowledging the Class of 1968. At their twenty-fifth reunion, the Class of 1968 donated $100,000 to the Campaign for the Library. 1967 Investment Fund Marking the first year students were able to pledge money from their general deposits, the class put almost $12,000 into an investment fund as their Senior Class Gift. The gift was given to Penn State to be invested in a growth fund and any interest collected will be put into the principle fund. Until 1948, funds were derived from a student’s damage deposit. From 1948 until 1958, the University made class gift funds available by allocating them out of the University treasury, but increasing demands for University revenue ended the practice.

1966 Armillary Sphere Often mistaken for the Class of 1915’s sundial, which is actually located on the lawn, the armillary sphere on the terrace of Old Main is a gift from the Class of 1966. The sphere is mounted on the back of a turtle as a depiction of the Greek myth about Atlas, the god that held the earth, who would place the world on the back of a turtle when he grew tired. Armillary spheres were invented before the Common Era and were used as an instrument to measure the position of celestial objects in relation to Earth.

Libraries Endowment Money was donated to the Libraries for the purchase and preservation of books and other library materials. The endowment was in memory of football coach Charles A. “Rip” Engle at their twenty-fifth reunion. A book plate was placed in each book acknowledging the Class of 1966 which reads “Class of 1966 Libraries Endowment—A Gift in Memory of Coach Charles A. “Rip” Engle.” 1965 Alexander Calder Mobile – “Spring Blossoms” Currently located in the Palmer Museum of Art, the mobile, titled “Spring Blossoms,” was purchased in 1965 for $8,500 and was originally placed in the Arts Center. Alexander Calder is the artist credited for inventing the mobile. The gift, measuring 52 inches by 102 inches, was one of the first pieces of art in the museum’s collection and is still regularly on display today. 1964 Time Clock for Beaver Stadium The class donated $2,000 to the Department of Health and Education to purchase and install a minute-second flashing light clock for Beaver Stadium. The twenty-four inch clock replaced the old sweeping-hand clock at the stadium. American Cultural Heritage Collection for the Library With a $7,000 gift, new books were purchased as a part of a collection depicting the American Cultural Heritage including works in American art, music, history, government and politics, discovery and exploration, and other relevant topics. Each book includes a book plate acknowledging the Class of 1964. A bronze plaque was placed in the main lobby of the library honoring the class. 1963 HUB Seal A forty-three inch bronze replica of the University seal was purchased by the class for approximately $800. The seal was installed above a fireplace in the main lounge of the Hetzel Union Building, now called the HUB-Robeson Center. University Loan Fund A loan was established from the remaining gifts to aid able students who need financial assistance to meet their necessary college expenses. 1962 University Loan Fund The class established a loan fund to aid able students who need financial assistance to meet their necessary college expenses. Libraries Endowment They also established a Libraries Endowment to support and enhance the University Libraries by providing monies for the purchase of books and other library materials. A bookplate placed in each book says “Gift of the Class of 1962.”

1961 Boat Dock and Landing Area at Stone Valley Located seventeen miles outside of State College, Stone Valley is both a recreational and educational area. The class voted to add a boat dock and landing area by the creek.

1960 Endowed Library Fund The class established an endowed library fund to provide money for the purchase of books and materials for the University Libraries. The books and materials purchased cover a wide range of topics so that they may be of use to students from all colleges. A bookplate placed in each book says “A Gift of the Class of 1960.”

Entrance Gate to Beaver Stadium The class used their remaining funds to construct an entryway on the west side of the stadium near Route 322. 1959 Alumni Memorial Scholarship The scholarship was established to recognize and attract outstanding undergraduate students to the University who demonstrate academic achievement or promise 1958 Student Radio Station The class gave $10,000 to the creation of an AM station facilities on campus. WDFM was supposed to broadcast student-produced programming to approximately 500 radios in the area. The Board of Trustees did not approve the funding of the radio station facilities because the University administration had reason to believe that “contractual arrangements suitable to the needs of the instructional program in journalism and communications can be made with radio station WMAJ.” The Board of Trustees had accepted the gift with reservation and noted that should they not be able to fund the radio station facilities that the monies would be allocated to the College of Liberal Arts to further the communications media program. Undergraduate Diversity Scholarship This scholarship provides recognition and financial assistance to students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University whose ethnic, cultural and/or national background contribute to the diversity of the student body and who have a proven need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses. 1957 Libraries Endowment The endowment supports and enhances the University Libraries by providing monies for the purchase of books and other library materials. A book plate placed in each book recognizes the class. Their plan was to start a special collection for recreational reading including books in the fields of art, architecture, travel, literature, and other related fields. 1956 Ambulance for University Hospital The class raised more than $10,500 to purchase the first ambulance and build a garage for the University Hospital. Today, a plaque commemorating the gift hangs in a conference room in the new Student Health Center.

1955 Chapel Fund The class presented the pews and furnishings for the nave of the Helen Eakin Eisenhower Chapel. They gave almost $10,000 for the gift. 1954 Chapel Fund The class presented furnishings for the chancel in the Helen Eakin Eisenhower Chapel. Renaissance Scholarship The scholarship provides financial assistance to promising full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have a proven need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses 1953 Chapel Fund The class presented a stained glass window, organ and chimes for the Helen Eakin Eisenhower Chapel. Record Album Collection The class provided funds for the purchase of record albums to be used at a proposed student radio station. 1952 Student Press Fund Many students thought the establishment of a student press fund would reduce the costs of publishing the Daily Collegian and other periodicals. The Classes of 1948, 1949, 1950 and 1952 raised $27,400 for this fund. However, in December 1962, the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees decided the press was not feasible and asked the classes to redirect their gifts. Funds for Piano in Faculty Club The students provide funds for a piano to be placed in the University’s Faculty Club. Renaissance Scholarship The scholarship provides financial assistance to promising full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have a proven need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses 1951 Donald McIntyre Memorial Scholarship The class contributed $2,000 to create a scholarship to honor senior classmate Donald McIntyre, who passed away in an automobile accident in May 1951. Campus Radio Station Along with the Class of 1958, the Class of 1951 gave $6,000 to create a campus radio station. However, the Board of Trustees did not approve the funding of the radio station facilities because the University administration had reason to believe that “contractual arrangements suitable to the needs of the instructional program in journalism and communications can be made with radio station WMAJ.” The Board of Trustees had accepted the gift with reservation and noted that should they not be able to fund the radio station facilities that the monies would be allocated to the College of Liberal Arts to further the communications media program.

1950 Student Press Fund Many students thought the establishment of a student press fund would reduce the costs of publishing the Daily Collegian and other periodicals. The Classes of 1948, 1949, 1950 and 1952 raised $27,400 for this fund. However, in December 1962, the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees decided the press was not feasible and asked the classes to redirect their gifts. Portable Organ The portable organ was purchased for use in a new auditorium-lecture hall. 1949 Student Art Display Area The student art display area in Zoller Gallery was funded by the class and is marked by a marble bench. Student Press Fund Many students thought the establishment of a student press fund would reduce the costs of publishing the Daily Collegian and other periodicals. The Classes of 1948, 1949, 1950 and 1952 raised $27,400 for this fund. However, in December 1962, the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees decided the press was not feasible and asked the classes to redirect their gifts. Student Book Store Support The class earmarked $2,000 to be set aside as a student book store/book exchange.

1948 Alumni Lounge The class purchased the furniture to be used in the Alumni Office Reception Area located on the first floor of Old Main. Student Press Fund

Many students thought the establishment of a student press fund would reduce the costs of publishing the Daily Collegian and other periodicals. The Classes of 1948, 1949, 1950 and 1952 raised $27,400 for this fund. However, in December 1962, the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees decided the press was not feasible and asked the classes to redirect their gifts. 1947 Student Union Building Fund The class allocated $6,000 from their breakage fees and class dues to be used to purchase furnishings and a plaque to be placed in “The Class of 1947 Banquet Room” in the student union. Astronomy Department Observatory The class also allocated $100 to be used to purchase a Schmidt Astrographic telescope camera for the new observatory. They hoped to help the department expand into the largest in the country. Renaissance Scholarship The scholarship provides financial assistance to promising full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have a proven need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses.

1946 Old Main Land Grant Frescoes Painted between 1940 and 1949 by Henry Varnum Poor, the Land Grant Frescoes cover three walls in the second floor lobby of Old Main. Poor was selected to do the murals because he was a well-known artist who was a master at creating true frescoes. The different areas highlight different aspects of the University. One panel showcases “the old boys” (pictured right), who Poor described as men selected from the list of founders, administrators, and early faculty members. Another area on the mural depicts the University’s role in chemical, mechanical and electrical engineering. Other panels look at the mineral industries, agriculture, home economics, the arts, and student activities. The Class of 1946 provided funds for Poor to finish the left and right side of the murals. 1945 Student Union Building Fund Funds from the class went to the building fund for the new student union. 1944 Scholarship for Superior Teaching The scholarship recognizes and assists undergraduate students enrolled in the College of Education who manifest unusual promise of future success as teachers on the elementary or secondary levels. Flag Poles at New Beaver Field The class contributed funds to place flag poles in several areas around the New Beaver Field just northeast of Rec Hall. 1943 Loan Fund This fund was set up for members of the Class of 1943 returning to college from war service. At the end of ten years, the accumulated fund was used for a permanent class memorial. Seniors voted by mimeographed postal card and the fund was started with $5,000. 1942 Alumni Memorial Scholarship Originally set up as a loan fund for war veterans of class returning to college, in 1960 it became a memorial scholarship fund. 1941 Undergraduate Scholarship Beginning as a loan fund, it was converted to a scholarship in 1952 to provide financial assistance to promising full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have a proven need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses.

1940 Nittany Lion Shrine The Nittany Lion Shrine serves as the iconic symbol of Penn State. Selected by the class at the All-College elections in 1940, the Shrine won the vote over a proposed scholarship by a 243 to 225 margin. Heinz Warneke sculpted the shrine which was dedicated at the 1942 Homecoming and it cost roughly $5,000. Its location was chosen to be near Rec Hall and Old Beaver Field on the west side of campus, as the statue was to serve as a focal point for pep rallies. Now, with Beaver Stadium on the east side of campus and fewer events in Rec Hall, the Shrine remains quietly in its original location and is an extremely popular photo opportunity for students, alumni and visitors alike.

Academic Excellence Scholarship The scholarship was established to recruit academically superior students and support academic excellence. 1939 Ski Lodge on Bald Knob Located near the present day Tussey Mountain ski area, the class presented about $2,000 for this project. The lodge burned in 1948 and was never rebuilt, so the class redesignated its portion of the insurance proceeds to help build the Helen Eakin Eisenhower Chapel. Alumni Memorial Scholarship The scholarship was established to recognize and attract outstanding undergraduate students who demonstrate academic achievement or promise. 1938 Astronomy Observatories Located in the back of Ag Hill, the class donated part of the equipment for the multiple astronomical observations. Renaissance Scholarship The scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to promising full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have a proven need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses. 1937 Westminster Chimes The Westminster Chimes were located in the tower of Old Main. Today the chimes are a recording played through speakers in the bell tower, but the original bell still hangs in the belfry. Academic Excellence Scholarship and Loan Fund The scholarship, which was set up to recruit academically superior students and support academic excellence, was merged with the class loan fund. 1936 Telescope Presented in 1951, the telescope is located on the top of Buckhout Laboratory roof.

Pipe Organ in Schwab Auditorium The class donated $3,000 towards the purchase of a new, larger organ in Schwab Auditorium to replace the 1914 gift. The University paid the remaining cost towards the $11,000 instrument. Alumni Memorial Scholarship The scholarship was established to recognize and attract undergraduate students who demonstrate academic achievement or promise. Endowed Library Fund The fund was established to provide monies for the purchase books and materials covering a wide range of topics for the University Libraries. A plate is placed in each book that recognizes “A Gift of the Class of 1936.” Renaissance Scholarship The renaissance scholarship provides financial assistance to promising full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have a need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses.

1935 Libraries Endowment The libraries endowment supports and enhances the University Libraries by providing funds for the purchase of books and other library materials for Arts and Humanities. A plate placed in each book that recognizes the “A Gift of the Class of 1935.” Pennsylvania Centre Stage Endowment

The endowment was established to enrich and enhance Pennsylvania Centre Stage (PACS) in the College of Arts and Architecture, by providing supplemental support for internship opportunities for Penn State students, increasing the number of professionals, and defraying rising production costs. 1934 Funds for Infirmary Funds raised by the class paid for an elevator in the infirmary. Today, a plaque commemorating the gift hangs in a conference room in the new Student Health Center. Grant in Aid The grant was created to recognize students at the University Park Campus enrolled in an undergraduate program seeking a baccalaureate degree. 1933 Temporary Loan Fund A temporary loan fund was created for students in need and was terminated in 1958. Renaissance Scholarship The scholarship was set up to provide financial assistance to promising full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have a proven need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses. Memorial Award The award was set up in 1933 to award an outstanding contribution in the field of Humanities by a Penn State faculty member.

1932 Old Main Land Grant Frescoes Painted between 1940 and 1949 by Henry Varnum Poor, the Land Grant Frescoes cover three walls in the second floor lobby of Old Main. Poor was selected to do the murals because he was a well-known artist who was a master at creating true frescoes. The different areas highlight different aspects of the University. One panel showcases “the old boys,” who Poor described as men selected from the list of founders, administrators, and early faculty members. Another area on the mural depicts the University’s role in chemical, mechanical and electrical engineering. Other areas look at the mineral industries, agriculture, home economics, the arts, and student activities. The Class of 1932 provided funds for Poor to finish the mural’s three center panels.

Memorial Libraries Endowment The endowment supports and enhances the University Libraries by providing funds for the purchase of books and other library materials. A special plate placed in each book indicates it is a gift of the “A Gift of the Class of 1932.”

1931 Thompson Spring Development The Classes of 1927 through 1931 donated over $18,000 to develop an all-season recreational area at Thompson Spring. Located off of East College Avenue by the Duck Pond, the site was going to include a botanical garden, ski jumps, ice skating, a swimming pool, and a summer residence for the University president. The project was approved by the Board of Trustees and they offered their financial support. Improvements began on an existing dam and plans were drawn by landscape architecture professor, John Bracken but when the Great Depression began, funding was required for more urgent ventures and the Thompson Spring project was permanently put on hold. 1930 Thompson Spring Development The Classes of 1927 through 1931 donated over $18,000 to develop an all-season recreational area at Thompson Spring. Located off of East College Avenue by the Duck Pond, the site was going to include a botanical garden, ski jumps, ice skating, a swimming pool and a summer residence for the University president. The project was approved by the Board of Trustees and they offered their financial support. Improvements began on an existing dam and plans were drawn by landscape architecture professor, John Bracken but when the Great Depression began, funding was required for more urgent ventures and the Thompson Spring project was permanently put on hold. Memorial Fund A memorial fund was established in 1963 by the class to honor James H. Coogan. A member of the Class of 1930, Coogan passed away while addressing the Penn State Club of Southern New Jersey. He had been the director of public information and a former director of sports information for the University. The fund was established to help worthy students needing financial aid to meet necessary educational expenses.

1929 Thompson Spring Development The Classes of 1927 through 1931 donated over $18,000 to develop an all-season recreational area at Thompson Spring. Located off of East College Avenue by the Duck Pond, the site was going to include a botanical garden, ski jumps, ice skating, a swimming pool and a summer residence for the University president. The project was approved by the Board of Trustees and they offered their financial support. Improvements began on an existing dam and plans were drawn by landscape architecture professor, John Bracken but when the Great Depression began, funding was required for more urgent ventures and the Thompson Spring project was permanently put on hold. Milton S. McDowell Lecture Series Fund The Milton S. McDowell Lecture Series Fund provides a visiting lecture series in honor of the late Milton “Mickey” S. McDowell, Class of 1892, and first director of the Pennsylvania Cooperation Extension Service (1912-1942). The lecture series provides opportunities to address issues that face the Extension in the 21st century, to examine issues which are not necessarily endorsed by the administration, to honor the selected speakers’ contributions to their field, and to provide the opportunity for recognized leaders in the field to address Extension issues. Class Ivy The class used funds to plant ivy in several prominent areas around campus such as McAllister Building and the Allen Street Gates. 1928 Thompson Spring Development The Classes of 1927 through 1931 donated over $18,000 to develop an all-season recreational area at Thompson Spring. Located off of East College Avenue by the Duck Pond, the site was going to include a botanical garden, ski jumps, ice skating, a swimming pool and a summer residence for the University president. The project was approved by the Board of Trustees and they offered their financial support. Improvements began on an existing dam and plans were drawn by landscape architecture professor, John Bracken but when the Great Depression began, funding was required for more urgent ventures and the Thompson Spring project was permanently put on hold. Scholarship Fund The fund was presented in 1978 at their fiftieth reunion to provide scholarships to outstanding undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll in the University. Class Ivy The class used funds to plant ivy in several prominent areas around campus such as McAllister Building and the Allen Street Gates. 1927 Thompson Spring Development The Classes of 1927 through 1931 donated over $18,000 to develop an all-season recreational area at Thompson Spring. Located off of East College Avenue by the Duck Pond, the site was going to include a botanical garden, ski jumps, ice skating, a swimming pool and a summer residence for the University president. The project was approved by the Board of Trustees and they offered their financial support. Improvements began on an existing dam and plans were drawn by landscape architecture professor, John Bracken but when the Great Depression began, funding was required for more urgent ventures and the Thompson Spring project was permanently put on hold.

1926 Class Memorial Loan Fund Presented in 1965 at their thirty-fifth reunion, the fund provides recognition and financial assistance to outstanding students enrolled or planning to enroll at The Pennsylvania State University who have a proven need for support to meet their necessary college expenses. The initial principal of $25,000 came from $5000 from the class loan fund and $20,000 from the estate of Theresa M. Gramby in memory of John T. Gramby. Score Board on New Beaver Field Presented in 1937, the class purchased an electric scoreboard and timer for the new Beaver Field. A Bronze plaque for the scoreboard was presented in 1956 for their thirtieth reunion. Kitchen Equipment for Mary Beaver White Hall The kitchen furnishings were presented in 1956 by the women of the class at their thirtieth reunion.

1925 Memorial gates at Pugh Street Entrance Originally planned for the McCallister street entrance, the gift was moved to the Pugh Street entrance near the Home Economics Building. The gates were constructed in 1932 and serve as a welcoming to campus from College Avenue. They frame the Pugh Street Mall and the elms that line it, while opening a walk toward Old Main and central campus. The Civil War Memorial Tablets, given by the Classes of 1861-1866, were originally placed on the gates.

1924 Memorial Piano Fund for Steinway Concert Piano In 1939, the women of the class contributed part of the cost of a piano for the Mary Beaver White Hall. 1923 X-Ray Machine The class gave money for equipment and maintenance of an X-ray room in the infirmary. In addition, the class pledged $25,000 for the hospital memorial at their five year reunion. Today, a plaque commemorating the gift hangs in a conference room in the new Student Health Center. 1922 Memorial Scholarship Fund Presented in 1941 and started with funds originally intended to go into the swimming pool fund, the scholarship was set up to recognize and assist academically motivated undergraduate students enrolled at the University who have a need for financial assistance in order to obtain their degree. 1921 Memorial Scholarship Fund The scholarship was set up to provide recognition and financial assistance to outstanding students enrolled or planning to enroll at the Pennsylvania State University who have a proven need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses Swimming Pool Fund Intended as part of the emergency building fund, the swimming pool project was eventually cancelled.

1920 Memorial Scholarship Fund The scholarship provides recognition and financial assistance to outstanding junior and senior students enrolled or planning to enroll in the Pennsylvania State University who have a proven need for funds to meet their necessary college expenses. 1919 Memorial Fund Recognized by a plaque in Old Main, the fund provides an annual contribution to the Penn State Alumni fund as a memorial in the name of the Class of 1919. Greek Bench for Open Air Theatre Presented as a freshman memorial in 1916, the Greek bench is made up of white enameled cypress at the front of campus on East College Avenue Swimming Pool Fund Intended as part of the emergency building fund, the swimming pool project was eventually cancelled. 1918 Memorial gates at Pugh Street Entrance The class contributed funds toward the construction of a gateway on Pugh Street, which displayed the Civil War Memorial Tablets, given by the Classes of 1861-1866, were originally placed on the gates.

1917 Sedile A sedile, traditionally a chair for the presiding clergyman in a church, was used by the president of the college at graduation until 1953 when Penn State became a university. The inscription is a medieval proverb by Ovid that translates to, “The end crowns the work.” Memorial gates at Pugh Street Entrance The class contributed funds toward the construction of a gateway on Pugh

Street, which displayed the Civil War Memorial Tablets, given by the Classes of 1861-1866, were originally placed on the gates. 1916 Memorial Gateway at Allen Street Just after commencement in 1916, construction was started on the gateway at the main campus entrance at the intersection of Allen Street and College Avenue. The original stone pillars were purchased from the St. Louis Exposition in 1904 and were topped with statues of two lions holding shields, dubbed “Ma” and “Pa” lion by students, which became two of the most popular landmarks on campus. The Class of 1916 expanded the gates and added the iron grill in 1930. The lions were temporarily removed when the iron grill was installed and have since been lost. The gates act as a corridor between downtown and campus, and some students do not pass through them from campus to downtown State College until the day they graduate as it symbolizes the transition from college life to the “real world.”

Memorial Scholarship Fund The fund provides scholarships to outstanding students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have a need for financial assistance. Bronze Lamps at Schwab Auditorium Presented in 1912 during their freshman year, the two bronze lamps at Schwab Auditorium were an undergraduate gift.

1915 Retaining Wall along the Front of Campus Known simply as “The Wall,” the class’s first memorial gift runs along College Avenue on what was once known as “senior walk.” The stone retaining wall runs from the Allen Street Gates to the Pugh Street Gates. The semicircular seating area in the middle of the wall provides a tremendous view of Old Main from downtown State College. While it is now a popular hangout for all classes, only seniors were permitted to sit on it for many years and it remains a focal point for social and political activities.

Stone Benches at the HUB At their fiftieth reunion in 1965, the class took up a special collection of nearly $3,500 to continue a project started by the Class of 1900, the building of permanent benches throughout campus. A special area in the courtyard of the HUB was set aside for some of this class’s benches.

Sun Dial on Old Main Lawn The class funded the purchase of the sun dial that sits in the middle of Old Main lawn instead of purchasing class ivy. The arm of the sundial has been removed after it was stolen or broken off numerous times. After the sundial was removed in 1933 and only the stone pillar remained, the class paid for its restoration in 1950. The text on the sundial reads, “Grow old along with me. The best is yet to be.”

1914 Pipe Organ in Schwab Auditorium The pipe organ, placed in Schwab Auditorium, was eventually replaced by Class of 1936 organ. Drinking Fountain at Old Willow The drinking fountain by Old Willow was presented instead of class ivy. Penn State’s original focal point, Old Willow was a large willow tree which stood amongst the elms on the Allen Street Mall. It fell during a large storm in 1929 and was unsuccessfully replanted numerous times. Today, a historical marker represents its location and the drinking fountain has since been removed. Concert Harp Located in Arts I Recital Hall, the harp was presented in 1964 at their fiftieth reunion. Hospital Building Fund Funds for the hospital were presented in 1911 as an undergraduate gift.

1913 Old Main Terrace Known as the Senior Porch, the Old Main terrace area is marked by a plaque recognizing the class. The terrace extends across the front of Old Main and frames the pillars that support the building’s balcony. Memorial Loan Fund The fund, which was presented in 1963 at their fiftieth reunion, was established to aid able students who need financial assistance to meet their necessary college expenses. 1912 Class Ivy on the Library (Carnegie Building) The class used funds to plant ivy on the northeast corner of Penn State’s original library, which was housed in the Carnegie Building. Much of the ivy remains today near the main entrance. Wireless Tower and Station Used in conjunction with Penn State’s first radio station (WPAB), the steel wireless tower was removed in 1924 because of fire hazard, and a tablet was placed in the Engineering Building to recognize the gift. Memorial Loan Fund Presented in 1962 at their fiftieth reunion, the fund helps able students who need financial assistance in meeting necessary college expenses.

1911 Granite Boulder in Open Air Theatre The boulder marks the location where stone was quarried in 1857 for the building of the original Old Main. Class Ivy on the Southwest Corner of Schwab Auditorium The class used funds to plant ivy on the southwest corner of Schwab Auditorium.

Bronze Busts The class commissioned a series of bronze busts located throughout campus:

- Evan Pugh, first president (Old Main) - Fred Lewis Pattee, American Literature professor (Pattee Library) - Edwin Erle Sparks, eighth president (Sparks Building) - A. Howry Espenshade, English professor and registrar (Pattee Library)

Baseball Grandstand The grandstand served the baseball players until it was demolished in 1947.

1910 Portrait of Dr. Joseph Willard The portrait of the popular mathematics professor was presented in 1951 for the Willard Building. The portrait no longer hangs in the lobby of the Willard Building, but a bronze plaque dedicated to his University contributions hangs in its place Class Ivy on the Main Engineering Building The class used funds to plant ivy on the Main Engineering Building, which was destroyed by a fire in 1918.

Carnegie Library Calendar Clock Purchased in 1907 as a freshman gift, the clock was placed in the original University Library, Carnegie Building. Student Loan Fund The class donated $1,000 to start a student loan fund. Alumni Memorial Scholarship In 1965, at their fifty-fifth reunion, the Class of 1905 closed out its class account and designated the remaining funds for the Alumni Memorial Scholarship and Loan Fund. 1909 Class Ivy on Tower of the Armory The class used funds to plant ivy on the tower of the Armory, which served as Penn State’s original gymnasium and symbolized the University’s Land-Grant act commitment to offer military training. Although heavily opposed by the community and student body, the Armory was razed in 1964 to make room for an addition to the Willard Building. Hospital Building Fund The class donated $500 to the building fund. Monument at Atherton’s Grave The granite monument is located on Pollock Road outside of Schwab Auditorium and partially encloses the gravesite of the University’s seventh president. President Atherton requested to be buried on the north side of Schwab Auditorium, which at the time was a peaceful and lightly traveled part of campus. Now, his grave sits in one of the most heavily trafficked areas due to campus expansion. Loan Fund The fund was established to aid worthy and financially needy students of The Pennsylvania State College. Boulder at Beaver Stadium At their fiftieth reunion in 1959, the class presented the University with a bronze plaque with a base-relief portrait of General James A. Beaver, a former Pennsylvania governor and Penn State trustee. The plaque is mounted on a boulder at Beaver Stadium. 1908 Class Ivy on McAllister Hall The class used funds to plant ivy at the base of McAllister Hall, much of which remains today. Memorial Scholarship Established in 1958 at their fiftieth year reunion, the scholarship was originally created to provide two $400 scholarships to outstanding students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University. They originally requested that funds would first be available to freshman, with descendants of members of the Class of 1908 having priority for the awards. Recipients of this scholarship are now selected by the Schreyer Honors College Scholarship Committee.

1907 Fund for Equipment of Hospital Room The class allocated money to purchase equipment for the hospital. Book Collection Purchased from the Atherton Library Collection, the book collection, which was mostly about political science, was given to the Carnegie Library. Nuclear Engineering Library Presented in 1962 at their fifty-fifth reunion, the gift provides an endowment fund for the purchase of books and related items for the Engineering Library. A book plate is placed in each book that says “A Gift of the Class of 1907.” 1905 Alumni Memorial Scholarship In 1965, at their sixtieth reunion, the Class of 1905 closed out their class account, using the funds to purchase lifetime memberships to the Alumni Association for all members of the class who did not have a lifetime membership. Loan Fund The class used their remaining funds to create a loan fund to aid worthy and financially needy students. 1904 Old Main Tower Clock The tradition before 1904 was for the sophomore class to climb the Old Main bell tower and paint their class numerals in a black circular space on the tower. President George Atherton suggested to seniors that the circular space in the Old Main bell tower would be suitable for a clock. The class presented him with the time piece at graduation, and they later funded a maintenance fund for the clock.

1903 Gateway at Burrowes Road and Pollock Road Originally located at the corner of Pollock Road and Atherton Street, the gateway was presented to the University in 1953 at the class’s fiftieth reunion. Intended to serve as an entryway to campus, the large pillars, which weigh over 50,000 pounds each, were moved to accommodate the IST Building.

Fund for Equipment of Hospital Room The class allocated money to purchase equipment for the hospital. Hammond Electric Organ Presented by the class in 1938 at their thirty-fifth reunion, the organ was for use in Schwab Auditorium. Bronze Bust of President Atherton Presented in 1963 at their sixtieth reunion, the bust is located in the lobby of Old Main.

1900 Campus Benches The class donated 50 stone and wood benches placed throughout campus. Twenty benches were installed in 1945, and thirty were installed in 1946. Designed to be permanent fixtures, many of these benches have deteriorated due to the age of the materials. Those that do remain are along Henderson and Allen Street Malls. Portrait of George W. Atherton The portrait of the seventh president was presented to the University in 1911. 1898 Memorial Loan Fund The initial principle of this fund was from the Class of 1898 Memorial Fund, which was initiated in 1953 as a loan fund. It was closed in 1958 with the purpose of the money being used to build a pulpit for a proposed all-faith chapel. The chapel was not built so it became the Endowment for the Center for Ethics and Religious Affairs. Now the expenditures are made by the director of the Center for Ethics and Religious Affairs and can be used for equipment, program and event costs, lecture fees, and building maintenance. 1895 Centennial Student Loan Fund This loan fund was presented to the University in 1955 at their fiftieth reunion. 1892 Portrait of Professor Josiah Jackson The oil portrait was presented in 1913. 1866 Civil War Memorial Tablet Fund These tablets commemorated the men who served in the Civil War and were mounted on the walls of the Armory. 1865 Civil War Memorial Tablet Fund These tablets commemorated the men who served in the Civil War and were mounted on the walls of the Armory. 1864 Civil War Memorial Tablet Fund These tablets commemorated the men who served in the Civil War and were mounted on the walls of the Armory. 1863 Civil War Memorial Tablet Fund These tablets commemorated the men who served in the Civil War and were mounted on the walls of the Armory.

1862 Civil War Memorial Tablet Fund These tablets commemorated the men who served in the Civil War and were mounted on the walls of the Armory. Portrait of David Wilson Presented to President Edwin Sparks at their fiftieth reunion in 1912, the portrait depicts David Wilson, Penn State’s first professor of mathematics and one of the most beloved of the original faculty.

1861 Evan Pugh Portrait The first class gift, a portrait of the University’s first president, hangs in the Old Main lobby and was given to the University at their class reunion in 1890. Evan Pugh served as president from 1859-1864 and was responsible for overseeing the new college. He also implemented a new name for the school, changing it from the “Farmer’s High School” to the “Agricultural College of Pennsylvania.” Upon his death in 1864, the college entered 18 years of uncertainty about its future until George Atherton became president in 1882.