Prof Pride, 2018

A photo of the Rowan Owl on Meditation Walk

Photo by Rowan University Libraries staff.

Year Installed: 2018
Artist: Brian Hanlon
Materials: Bronze
Dimensions: 12′ high, 15′ wingspan
Location: Meditation Walk
Latitude & Longitude:
39.709982N, -75.119767W

 

Created by artist Brian Hanlon, the Prof Pride sculpture is located on Meditation Walk across from Science Hall and Savits Hall. The large naturalistic style bronze sculpture sits atop a concrete and brick base featuring colorful flowers throughout the spring and summer. The sculpture represents Rowan’s pride and is a popular backdrop for student and family photos.



Artist Brian Hanlon

A photograph of Brian Hanlon.

Brian Hanlon is a classically trained master sculptor and founder of Hanlon Sculpture Studio with over 300 public and private art pieces since 1987. Hanlon is a nationally-recognized artist from Toms River, NJ, specializing in bronze statues and plazas. Mr. Hanlon is the official Master Sculptor for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. | Learn More

 

Artists’ Links

Rowan Owl, 2014

Welcome Gate Arch, 2014

HanlonSculpture.Com

Brian Hanlon’s Portfolio

Articles and Resources

Jersey City native Brian Hanlon now a renowned sculptor

Rowan Unveils New Welcome Gate Arch

Statue Dedication Honors Veterans Spanning Six Wars

Story Road – Legacy in Bronze

Rowan Library Resources

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