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Capital Projects

Campaign for Hobart Manor Restoration Makes Strides


	Hobart Manor

More than $150,000 has been raised to
support the Hobart Manor Revitalization
Campaign, which seeks to refurbish Hobart Manor. The oldest building on campus, Hobart Manor is listed on the National Register for Historic Places, and was last refurbished in 1985.

Local philanthropist David F. Bolger, through The Bolger Foundation, provided a $25,000 challenge grant to kick off the fundraising effort. In order to receive the grant, the University was required to raise $75,000. Other donors who have provided leadership gifts to name rooms include: Anthony Cavotto ’76, M.B.A. ’88; Grace DeGraaf ’36; Gerald Lipkin and Linda (Heifitz) Lipkin ’64; Michael Seeve; and the Student Government Association (SGA), in memory of former SGA president Arthur Gonzales ’93. In addition, new carpeting for the main
spiral staircase has been generously funded by Barbara Grant ’54, professor emeritus of curriculum and instruction.

One of the few remaining examples of Tudor castle architecture in the area, Hobart Manor is the centerpiece of the University. With its public rooms furnished in period style, it serves as the location for many of the institution’s most important events, including the Hobart Manor Recital Series and receptions for the Distinguished Lecturer Series.

To date, campaign funds have been used to address a number of structural concerns, as well as reupholstering and refinishing thedining room furniture, and additional cosmetic work. Funds are needed for further structural enhancements, furnishings, and cosmetic upgrades in other rooms in the building.

A committee comprised of alumni and friends of the University continues to seek funds for the campaign. Alumni Anne (DeSpirito) Arnowitz ’50 and Arlene (Frey) Schreiber ’53 have instituted letter-writing campaigns to seek donations from their classmates. In addition, the Class of 1956 has adopted the Hobart Manor campaign as part of its fiftieth reunion activities. Committee chair
Dot Watkins, who funded the original renovation of the library in honor of her mother, Dorothy Franchino ’35, B.A.’53, also was involved in a letter-writing campaign. Jean Aires ’64, M.A. ’88, a member of the Alumni Association Executive Council, is leading the effort to encourage council members
to provide their personal support for the campaign.

While the building received exterior repairs and interior renovations during the
1980s and 1990s, its continual use once again necessitates structural improvements and refurbished furnishings.

“We are delighted with the support we have received so far for the Hobart Manor campaign,” says Judith Linder, executive director of alumni relations. “The list of needs is great, and we urge alumni and friends to support this project. We are excited about the opportunity to keep this University treasure a welcoming place for the University community and its visitors for generations to
come.”

We appreciate the support of the following dedicated individuals who have agreed to serve on the Hobart Manor Revitalization Campaign Committee:

Dorothy Watkins, Chairperson	Pat Montalbano (ASID)
Grace Waldron DeGraaf, Honorary Chairperson ’36	Arlene Frey Schreiber ‘53
Jean Aires ‘64/M.A. ’88	Beverlee Schweighardt ‘59
Ann Arnowitz ’50	Lee Vadala ‘85
Rosa Hovey	Judith Warnaar ‘53
Alice Macaluso ’57	Daniel “Don” Warnaar ‘59

Ways to Give

•	Your tax-deductible gift can be made by cash, check, credit card, securities or University payroll deduction.
•	You can also pledge to contribute at intervals during the course of the year.
•	Multiply your gift with a match from your or your spouse's employer. You may be able to double or even triple the amount of your contribution.

For More Information:
Contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at 973.720.2615.