WC Memories: Eichenauer Hall

WC MEMORIES

EICHENAUER 1966

Eichenauer Hall was built during President Will Orr’s expansion program. Plans were approved by the Board of Trustees in the spring of 1965, and the men’s residence hall was completed in 1966 at a cost of $930,000. In September 1966, the new dormitory welcomed 260 students. Named for John B. Eichenauer, a former trustee and generous benefactor, the brick construction is notable for its suite-style living and semi-private bathroom facilities, the one-time envy of many female students. Today, the three-floor facility houses both men and women.

~ Compiled by Dorothy Pollock ’46

The Spirit of Giving

Bill ’53 & Carol Jean (Young) Maurer ’62

Bill and Carol Jean Maurer were both raised in loving families who believed in—and practiced—that it is more blessed to give than to receive.

The lessons of philanthropy and tithing Bill ’53 learned at an early age helped shape him, and he and his wife, Carol Jean(Young) ’62, have lived their lives by that philosophy.

“Giving enriches your life,” said Bill.

Bill and Carol Jean, both active Westminster alumni, have attended nearly every Homecoming celebration and were involved in the Class of 1953 fundraising efforts. Grateful for the opportunities their Westminster education has provided them, both are members of The Legacy Society, Westminster’s planned giving society. Investing in so many ways in their alma mater is a natural commitment and a lifelong promise to always remember where each received a foundation for their future.

“My Westminster education has taken me far in life. I have benefited and continue to benefit from my Westminster experience,” said Bill.

The Maurers established the Will R. Maurer II ’53 and Carol Jean (Young) Maurer ’62 Scholarship in 2011 and recently endowed the fund, allowing it to be held at the College in perpetuity. Bill and Carol Jean cherish the relationships they have with student recipients and are proud to witness the accomplishments of these fine young men and women.

“I want them to realize their tuition does not cover all the expenses of a Westminster education and perhaps one day, they will be able to give back, just as we have,” said Bill.

Becoming a member of The Legacy Society encompasses those values—giving back through planned gifts and leaving a legacy for generations to come.

WHY DO YOU GIVE?

Creating a named, endowed scholarship fund is an excellent way to extend a helping hand to a current Westminster student.

YOUR GIFT. MORE THAN YOU IMAGINE.

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This beautiful 8’ x 10’ mural decorates the wall of the new Bill Rankin Golf Center on Westminster’s campus. The mural is an original creation by J.G. “Gib” McGill, local artist and 1968 graduate of Westminster College. Canvas copies of the image are available at the Westminster Bookstore at www.westminster.edu/bookstore in the Gifts-WC Gift Accessories section under the Merchandise tab. For more on the new golf center, please turn to page 22.