Stanstead College Christens

Eric T. Webster Student Centre
Red & White - Fall 2004/ Winter 2005
 

   At its annual Baccalaureate Service held June 19^th at Centenary United Church in Stanstead, Stanstead College officially named its student centre the Eric T. Webster Student Centre in honour of the longtime trustee and benefactor of the school.

   Eric Webster was an active and devoted school trustee from 1949 to 1975, serving as chairman of the board from 1964 to 1975, the longest term in school history. After his retirement, he remained as honorary president until his death in October, 2003 at the age of 87.

   Mr. Webster played a critical role in the development of Stanstead College and presided over much of its physical growth, including the construction of LeBaron Hall, the Amaron Gymnasium, and the Ralph Hood Swimming Pool. Moreover, he was committed to providing the best education possible for students, some of whom he personally assisted in his quiet way.

To honor his legacy, the current Stanstead board of trustees and administration chose a naming opportunity befitting Mr. Webster’s fondness for students and student life.

The Eric T. Webster Student Centre was constructed in the fall of 2001, a mere eight months after fire destroyed the former student centre on the same site.

On hand for the unveiling ceremony were members of Mr. Webster’s family, including his widow Jane Webster, stepson David Armitage, and grandson Matthew Price-Gallagher, a current Stanstead College trustee, who spoke of Mr. Webster’s humble strength and commitment to the school.

Photos  

Above left: On the balcony of the newly dedicated Eric T. Webster Student Centre,  Jane Webster is joined by her stepson David Armitage (outside left), grandson Matthew Price-Gallagher (inside left) and Chairman of the Executive Committee, Joseph Levy (right).

Below right: During the June Baccalaureate Service, Jane Webster, with the help of Headmaster Christopher Shannon, unveils the plaque to be mounted on the newly named Eric T. Webster Student Centre.
 

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