This is largely due to the efforts of one alumnus, who decided to bring a little artistic flare to this former wasteland of gray buildings and parking lots. Stanley A. Young, a 1946 NU graduate and business major, could be called the patron of art to NU's artistic renaissance over the last five years. Since 1992, Young has been responsible for bringing some of NU's major art pieces to campus. I was telling him somehow or other, the image of NU has to be something we focus on as primary, and we ought to do something about bringing some culture to campus. Young, who describes himself as a lover of art, said having art on campus gives NU a subtle, aesthetic quality and raises the quality of life on campus.
Art is an assimilated thing.
In the way of sculpture, NU has several interesting pieces, some more easier to find than others. Two major pieces that Young is responsible for bringing to campus are the works of Miami, Fla. artist Rafael Consuegra. Phara, a large, black iron work with a red sphere in its center, stands on Greenleaf Street in front of Dockser Hall. Arpus, a bright red iron sculpture resembling a harp, is on display at the Lebeau Park near Huntington Avenue. Arpus and Phara were brought to NU in 1995 and '96 respectively.