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It is intended to serve as a reminder that the focus of these three parts results in peak human performance. Created by New Mexico artists Howard and Kathleen Meehan in 2001, the sculpture serves as a visual metaphor for the union of body, mind and spirit. These striking metal pillars are topped with laminate prisms and are purposely placed outside the J.L. As you take continue your tour, be sure to keep an ear open for the tower’s chiming bells. Featuring 25 bells, the tower was constructed in 2008 and chimes every hour on the hour. Then, at graduation, the formal processional moves beneath the bell tower, heading west toward the setting sun symbolizing the end of an era. When freshmen begin their education at SUU, they are paraded as a class beneath this 76-foot-tall tower heading east toward cheering faculty and staff. This free-standing bell tower represents a rite of passage for SUU students. Located at the heart of SUU’s campus, the story of Old Main of serves as an inspirational legend of fortitude, determination, and community triumph. Known today as Old Main, construction was completed in time and dedicated in 1898. With no time to lose, residents organized winter lumbering expeditions and began pouring labor and resources into the project. Town leaders were caught by surprise, however, when the legislature announced in December a building must be constructed and ready by the following fall, or the community would lose the opportunity. When Cedar City was selected as the site, residents were elated. In 1897, the newly organized Utah Legislature called for establishment of a teacher training school in southern Utah to provide for the region’s emerging pioneer settlement communities. At this place, “Meditation and water are wedded forever,” quoted Tanner from Herman Melville’s Moby Dick in his dedication address. Present at the fountain’s dedication in 1982 was Utah Gov. Second, the serenity that permeates the university atmosphere. First, the classroom filled with learning and love for adventure.

This campus landmark symbolically divides campus into two parts. Gary Herbert was present at the building’s dedication in 2016. Inside, 6,600 square feet of climate-controlled gallery space features both permanent and moveable walls for adapting to exhibits of various sizes. The building’s overall structure is influenced by sandstone formations found at nearby Bryce and Zion National Parks, with representation of slot canyons on the east and west exterior. Watts, dedicated 2008.ĭesigned by Los Angeles-based architects Brooks + Scarpa, SUMA itself is a work of art. Feminine and maternal, Tatiana is known for standing up for what she believes in. This sculpture brings to life Shakespeare’s queen of the fairies from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Watts, the statue was dedicated in 2006 with Utah Gov. Notice the pop culture icon Adams is known for wearing on his wristwatch. Adams with arms outstretched welcoming Festival goers from all nations. This 7-foot-2 bronze replica features Mr. Adams and his wife Barbara created the Tony-award winning Utah Shakespeare Festival. What type of seeds do you presume this sower is sowing?

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Be sure to notice narrative-themed benches located here and throughout the Beverley Center grounds.Ĭonsider the juxtaposition of the minimalist Stillman courtyard and the series of elegant, detailed sculptures that reside here. Time: Generally, the stroll takes 45 minutes to an hourįrom the pages of Shakespeare, this quaint, circular garden features favorite characters including King Lear, Juliet, and the Bard of Avon himself. At SUU, we believe art enriches the student experience and inspires all who take the time to observe. Look forward to meeting a cast of fascinating characters from the pages of Shakespeare, and coming face to face with icons of local and global history as you wind your way through our meticulously manicured campus grounds.

Southern Utah University Art & Sculpture Strollĭesigned for the culturally-minded and curious at heart, this self-paced walking tour will introduce you to a variety of artifacts that weave our campus together in story and metaphor.