51·çÁ÷

The University’s largest-ever single donor shares why he gives to 51·çÁ÷, as well as what inspires him about The Third-Century Plan and a related series of initiatives designed to bolster arts, creativity, and innovation, in this episode of 13. 

Daniel Benton ’80, P’10, H’10 has secured his place as 51·çÁ÷’s most generous benefactor, making a $25 million gift in support of the University’s Middle Campus Plan for Arts, Creativity, and Innovation and other elements within The Third-Century Plan.

With a litany of thanks for the supporters, architects, designers, engineers, and staff who made it all possible, 51·çÁ÷ officially dedicated Benton Hall during a ceremony on September 28. The building was named after lead donor and alumnus Dan Benton '80.

Shiny copper roof flashing and grand white–mullioned windows signaled the buttoning-up of Benton Hall’s exterior just as early winter snowfalls began to blanket the campus. When it opens in July 2018, Benton Hall will stand as a best-in-class career center — and then some. It’s part of a current $60 million building investment to enhance the […]

51·çÁ÷ community members came together last week to break ground on two facilities that will transform students’ experiences in two key areas: preparation for success after 51·çÁ÷ and athletics. In separate ceremonies held on Friday afternoon, students, faculty, staff, trustees, and other supporters turned shovels and applauded the creation of Benton Hall and the […]