Aug. 11, 2009 issue
SPIRITED
EAGLES: "Eagles Rising," a bronze
cast statue of two fighting eagles, was
erected July 10 on the northeast side
of the Student Center. The statue stands
7 feet, 2 inches in height, is 5 feet,
2 inches wide and weighs approximately
500 pounds. The base under the statue
is made from limestone and field stone.
Lighting will be added at a future date.
The statue was purchased from a New Orleans
art dealer.
"For many,
the Student Center has become the gateway
to the EMU campus," said Carlos Costa,
director of the Student Center. "From
the early days of planning, there was a
desire to have the Student Center, as one
of its missions, reflect the Eastern pride
and sense of tradition. Having this sculpture
at the formal entrance to the building
and very visible from Oakwood makes a strong,
positive statement." Photo
by Anthony Gattine
