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16 Eric A. Friedheim Quadrangle

Relax on the quad
The oldest tree on campus is found on the Quad.

Located at the heart of campus, the quad is a hub for recreation, commemoration, education, contemplation, demonstration, and celebration. Religious ceremonies spill out from Kay, student clubs share their interests and build community, professors hold classes outside, the university holds picnics, and students play catch or catch rays between classes.

Student playing guitar on the Quad for friends, circa 1960s 

Red Cross nurses post on the Quad outside Hurst Hall, circa 1943-1945 

Students sitting on the Quad during orientation, 1980