A portion of Lycoming College’s recently opened residence hall, The Commons, has been named in memory of Richard H. Lundy Jr., a longtime friend of the College. Lundy’s wife, Gloria, and daughter, Heather Macdonald, recently made a significant gift to the College to have one of the six houses named the Richard H. Lundy Jr. House.

“Of all the numerous buildings built by Lundy Construction, this dormitory project was my father’s favorite,” said Macdonald. “It’s a shame he was not able to see it completed, but he would definitely be honored to have his name on it and to be remembered for his work at the College.”

Located at the corner of Mulberry Street and Washington Boulevard, in Williamsport, The Commons is a single 29,000-square-foot building, although the facade and landscaping suggest six houses. The building accommodates 85 students within 22 units and features furnished living rooms, bedrooms and kitchen appliances.

"Dick Lundy was on the building site of the new residential facility every day he was in town and watched its construction by web-cam whenever he was not," said Lycoming President Dr. James E. Douthat. "The quality of the building clearly bears Dick's mark. To place his name on one of the student houses built by Lundy Construction is a fitting tribute to Dick and to his long career. We greatly appreciate the decision of his family to honor him in such a way."

The Commons was opened in August 2007 and built by Lundy Construction. Lundy served as president of the company from 1975 until his death in June 2007. Lundy Construction has been involved in the construction or renovation of 15 buildings on Lycoming’s campus. Its first project was Clarke Chapel in 1939. Projects during the last 10 years include the Wertz Student Center addition, Mary Lindsay Welch Honors Hall renovation and The Commons.

Participating in the celebration of Lycoming College's Richard H. Lundy Jr. House were (clockwise from top): Dr. James E. Douthat, Lycoming president; Jennifer Wilson, Lycoming director of development; Gloria Lundy; Jack Macdonald; Emily Macdonald; Heather Macdonald; and Robin Macdonald.

:: See More Lyco News :: See More Events ::