One College Centre dedicated
As reported by the Temple Daily Telegram, Temple College reached another milestone
Wednesday dedicating its centrally located One College Centre.As a continuing celebration of
the college's 75th academic year, Temple College staff, faculty and friends braved the cooler
weather to open yet another building dedicated to better serving students and the
community."This is wholly dedicated to the students — past, present and especially future," said
Temple College President Dr. Marc Nigliazzo."This is wonderful to do this during the 75th year
of this institution."After an introduction of the college's board of trustees by board president
Lydia Santibanez, Temple Mayor Keifer Marshall Jr. presented a city proclamation."We are
greatly honored to offer this building that will help students continue excellence in education,"
Marshall said.Remembering Temple College in its days in downtown Temple, Marshall
proclaimed Wednesday, Nov. 15, Temple College Day in the city."We commend the leadership
at Temple College that made this possible and express great appreciation."As the cold winds
blew, Dean of Student Services Dr. Gwen Hauk presented Debbie Hernandez as the winner of
the college's 75th anniversary logo contest. Miss Hernandez received a $300 scholarship for her
art.Remembering from the class of 1938 through the class of 1970, former Temple College
students shared their memories of the college.