Monday, August 21, 2000
The University Daily Kansan
Section A·Page 15
A Jayhawk nicknamed the Pterodactyl stands proudly in front of Strong Hall. This bronzé sculpture, designed by Elden Tefft, former professor of art, weighs about 600 pounds. Photo by Jason Hoffman / KANSAN
A sculpture presides over the main entrance to Lindley Hall. It is one of three at the entrance. Photo by Justin Schmidt/KANSAN
Sculptures on campus pay tribute to University's history, spirit
By Lauren Lenter and Brandy Straw Special to the Kanson
The University of Kansas is home to many fascinating pieces of sculpted art that contain the history of both the University and the area.
"Uncle Jimmy Green," one of the most well-known sculptures on campus, stands in front of Lippincott Hall and shows a teacher giving advice to a student.
The teacher is James Wood Green, who at the beginning of his career taught without pay.
the beginning of his career taught without pay. "The inscription beneath says that the sculpture is dedicated in memory of Green, "the Student's Counsellor and Friend." The student's identity is a mystery.
"Uncle Jimmy Green" was sculpted by Daniel Chester French, who is better known for sculpting Abraham Lincoln for the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
"The Pioneer," also known as the "Corn
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Planter," depicts a man digging and planting corn next to Fraser Hall.
It was given to KU in 1904 by Simeon Bell, a pioneer who settled in Kansas in 1856, five years before it became a state.
"The Pioneer," a creation of 18th century sculptor Cato the Younger, was cast that same year in Chicago.
Three of the eight gargoyles on Dyche Hall, the home of the Natural History Museum, contain the words of the official KU battle cry. "Rock Chalk Jayhawk KU." Each one has a part of the chant carved into its chest.
Joseph Roblado Frazee carved the gargoyles without using a model. The gargoyles have been on campus since Dyche
Hall was completed in 1902.
Dyche Hall also features "The Victory Eagle." anagle protecting its nest.
The sculpture is a memorial to Douglas County soldiers who died in World War I. Its original home was along U.S. Highway 40 on the border between Douglas and Leavenworth counties.
"It makes sense to place it here," Brad Kemp, assistant director of public affairs for the Natural History Museum, said. "It's an eagle, and we are committed to maintaining its integrity."
The oldest building on campus and the home of the Museum of Anthropology, Spooner Hall, has an owl perched at the top of the roof. It symbolizes the wisdom that is found inside. ^ stone tablet in the entry way reads
A stone tablet in the entry way reads, "Whoever findeth wisdom findeth life."
Henry Van Brunt, the architect of Spooner, probably designed the owl. Spooner was completed in 1894.
The Campanile, KU's World War II memorial and bell tower, houses the "Doors of Memory" and the "Doors of Kansas." The 12 bronze plaques, designed by KU alumnus Bernard "Poco" Frazier, replaced wooden doors in 1955.
The "Doors of Memory" represent emotions of humanity at war: sorrow, silence, meditation, aspiration, courage and achievement.
Graduating students get to see the doors as they walk through the Campanile to Memorial Stadium.
The "Doors of Kansas" represent history and idealism.
One bronze Jayhawk sits in front of Strong Hall and another sits in front of Adams Alumni Center.
The Jayhawk in front of Strong weighs 600 pounds and is nicknamed the Pterodactyl. Elden Tefft, former professor of art, created it. Peter Fillerup designed the four-foot-tall bird in front of Adams Alumni Center,
which weighs 350 pounds.
The Jayhawk is a favorite of Pramit Patel, Topeka freshman.
"I think it symbolizes school pride and is unique." Patel said.
One of the more unusual sculptures on campus is "I-70" near Potter Lake.
Richard Hollander, a Kansas City sculptor, welded and painted steel to look like cars traveling down a highway.
Regina White, Valley Center senior, said she learned about the artwork at orientation, then forget about it.
"The only time I noticed them was when I was at orientation and they were pointed out to me," White said.
Not all students forget the sculptures. Alec Miller, Des Moines, Iowa, senior, pays attention to them.
"They say that this school cares about culture and the arts," Miller said.
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