Temple Owl
Corolfi Studios,
2017
* In honor of Marie O'Connor
and
Patrick O'Connor
* bigowl,
Temple T
* Replaced Red Owl
* inscription:
Temple University proudly dedicates this plaza in the heart of the campus in honor of
Patrick and Marie O'Connor. Their inspired generosity and distinguished leadership create life-changing
opportunities for our students and others. Patrick J. O'Connor joined the Temple University Board of Trustees
in 1971 as the youngest trustee in the university's history and served until 1984. He returned to the board
in 2001 and was elected chairman in 2009. In 2013 he received an honorary degree from Temple University.
* O'Connor Plaza.
Upper Northwest corner of Founder's Garden.
Liacouras and Polett Walks.
* 39.981455,-75.155755 [map][nearby]
* On the Temple Campus tour
* See also:
+cozen.com's Patrick O'Connor page
+sikora-wa.com page for their Founder's Garden reimagining
