All around the Minnesota State University, Mankato there are trees, benches and plazas that have been dedicated to or in the memory of someone that has had a profound presence here. We honor their spirit and commitment to Minnesota State Mankato.
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In Honor of Wilson Campus School Faculty, Staff and Students 1959-1977 | 1 | Tree |
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Shurson Gardens - Dedicated in Memory of Judy Shurson | 2 | Gardens |
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Jane Rush Gathering Place - Dedicated October 12, 2001 - In honor of Jane L. Rush (1945-1999) and her many contributions to students and campus life during the presidency of Richard R. Rush | 3 | Place |
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Dedicated to HickoryTech Employees | 4 | Bench |
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Dedicated to Dr. Theodore "Ted" L. Nydah | 5 | Bench |
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Dedicated to Mankato Area Foundation | 6 | Bench |
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Bench Dedicated in memory of Johnanna Weblemoe | 7 | Bench |
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Tree planted in memory of Devina Anderson | 8 | Tree |
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Marso-Schmitz Plaza - Dedicated October 12, 2001 - In memory of Leo and Mayr (Anderly) Marzo '34 - Given by their daughter Mary Marso-Schmitz '68 and Friends | 9 | Plaza |
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This tree planted in memory of E. Dale Peterson - Professor of Economics 1959 - 1992 - Humanist, Teacher, Leader, Friend, Gardener, He Cared. | 10 | Tree |
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In Honor of Duane C. Orr, Ed.D - Dean, College of Education - For his services to TRIO Programs, Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services - 1978 -1993 | 11 | Tree |
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The Alumni Plaza - Dedicated July 10, 1993 - The Alumni Plaza is a Gift to Mankato State University from alumni and friends. The plaza is being created as a campus gathering place and focal point for recognizing those alumni and friends whose names are inscribed in the plaza bricks. The Plaza Arch, from the former Valley Campus, is the oldest architectural tie with the University's past. The bricks in the tower represent the present. The class cap at the top of the tower represents our reach into the future. - This plaque is a gift from Mankato State University's Emeriti Faculty Family |
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Amous Owen - Spiritual Leader - Datoka - 1980 | 13 | Tree |
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Pamela Byers Kearney - Feb. 20 1943 - Nov. 1, 2004 | 14 | Tree |
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Presented to Mankato State University by M.S.U. Faculty Wives in celebration of their Fiftieth Anniversary - 1935-1985 | 15 | Bench |
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Pan African Conference - February 1977 - Michael Fagin Founder | 16 | Tree |
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Ione Howe Louk - B.S. 1976, M.S 1983 - Women's Studies Pioneers | 17 | Tree |
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This park honors the memory of Tim Smith - Librarian and Assistant Professor - 1987-1999 - Tim's Park donated by family, friends and colleagues | 18 | Park |
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Waves - In memory of Jerome W. Berger - Class of 1969 - Presented by Mrs. Doris Berger and The Centennial Student Union - Sculptor - Arnold J. Greuter - Constructed by Jones Sheet Metal | 19 | Sculpture |
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Sit, rest and reflect a while - May 15, 1998 -Mankato State University Law Enforcement Club - In memory of our graduates and all law enforcement officers, especially those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. | 20 | Bench |
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Korey Stringer - 1974 -2001 - In Memory of "Big K" Minnesota Vikings #77 | 21 | Tree |
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Johanna M. Weblemoe - 1938-1964 | 22 | Sign |
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Dr. Truman Wood - 1961-1991 | 23 | Sign |
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President Richard R. and Jane Rush | 24 | Sign |
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Chester and Helen Carkoski | 25 | Sign |
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Taylor Center - Made possible through the generous support of Glen A. Taylor, 62' - Dedicated October 2000 | 26 | Bulding |
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Through the Generosity Of: |
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