The dedication ceremony for the newly named Paul R. Jackson Student Center at the UNM Anderson School of Management will take place Tuesday, Sept. 30 from 3 to 5 p.m. With a generous six figure donation Albuquerque real estate developer Steven P. Jackson named the Anderson Student Center after his late father, Paul R. Jackson. It's the largest capital gift ever received by the Anderson School of Management.
Photo: Steven P. Jackson
"I lost my father when I was very young" said Jackson. "He did a lot for me and this is something I really wanted to do for him."
Paul Jackson, who passed away in 1982, was a respected local insurance businessman, former board member at Citizen's Bank (now Compass Bank) and influential leader in Albuquerque who believed in giving back to his community through education.
The Jackson Student Center is a destination place allowing for informal interaction between faculty and students and serving as a gathering place for study groups, student clubs and organizations and information distribution. It is also a popular venue for community events, outreach including lectures, dinners, receptions and recruitment activities.
UNM President David J. Schmidly and many other luminaries from the Albuquerque community are expected to attend the dedication ceremony. Following the presentation student club officers will lead a series of tours including a visit to the new Anderson Financial Services Center, the Management Development Center, and other Anderson School buildings.
The public is invited to celebrate this major accomplishment. There is no cost to attend the ceremony, but reservations are suggested via e-mail at Armijo@mgt.unm.edu.
Posted by scarr at September 24, 2008 02:26 PM