When young people start out in the world, they need to be able to draw from a whole set of college memories. Frank and I hope the bell tower will be part of those memories memories that people carry with them all their lives. The 45 bronze bells of the carillon will come from the Netherlands. The tuned bells will be connected by cables to a keyboard in the chamber below, where the keys, or levers, are configured like a piano. A carillonist can play the instrument for special occasions, or it can be operated by a computerized automatic play system.
Every campus needs a quiet place for members of the community.
Plans for the chapel, the bell tower, reflecting pool, fountain and the landscaping will dramatically enhance the beauty, strength and serenity of that part of campus. Private support efforts are underway to complete funding for this important project. Paris said plans also are being put into place for a general campaign to encourage everyone connected with the University to contribute gifts of all sizes to the chapel effort. The University of Mississippi. All rights reserved.