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Former College of Architecture and Urban Planning Dean Robert Metcalf, pictured circa 1960-70, was honored with the President’s Award for lifetime achievement from the American Institute of Architects Michigan chapter in 1999. Metcalf also was commissioned for more than 40 architectural projects, most residential. This was due partly to the reputation he and wife Bettie created by designing and constructing their own house. — Photo courtesy Bentley Historical Library.
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This month in history (16 years ago)This month in history (16 years ago) The North Campus Commons, one of the original buildings on North Campus, was renamed Pierpont Commons in a ceremony honoring Wilbur Pierpont, vice president emeritus and professor emeritus of accounting, and his wife, Maxine. The commons was built during Pierpont’s 1951-77 tenure as vice president and chief financial officer. — The University Record Have a campus memory to share? Use the comment box below. |
Elizabeth James, program associate, Department of Afroamerican and African Studies, on growing up in a family of storytellers: “Over time you realize there are many lessons woven into the tale. I’m honored to be continuing that tradition.”
Concert: Chamber Ensemble of the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, 8 p.m. Feb. 10, Rackham Auditorium.