6-9-08

Joyce and Peter Lynn '69 (center) with Lycoming President Dr. James E. Douthat and Lynn Jackson, vice president for college advancement, at the Joyce Lynn House celebration held June 7.

Another house at Lycoming College’s recently opened residential house, The Commons, has been named. Peter Lynn, a 1969 graduate of the College, made a significant gift to have one of the six houses named the “Joyce Lynn House” in honor of his wife of 45 years.

Lynn said “the gift afforded him the opportunity to honor not only his wife, but also the College where both his father and uncle attended when it was Dickinson Seminary.”

The Lynns also recently established three endowed scholarships at Lycoming: the Peter and Joyce Lynn Endowed Scholarship; the Pendred Lego Cupp Endowed Scholarship; and the Dr. Robert W. Rabold Endowed Scholarship. Lynn has been a member of Lycoming’s board of trustees since 2002 and is serving as the vice chairman. He has been chair of the buildings and grounds committee since 2005 and was involved with the conception and construction of The Commons.

Peter '69 and Joyce Lynn with members of their family at the Joyce Lynn House celebration.

“Lycoming College is very grateful for Peter Lynn’s decision to recognize his wife, Joyce, in this special way,” said Lycoming President James E. Douthat. “Through the years, Peter and Joyce have done so many positive things for the College. Peter is a dedicated alumnus, and Lycoming is very thankful for his commitment and service on the board of trustees.”

The Commons was opened in August 2007. Located at the corner of Mulberry Street and Washington Boulevard, the single 29,000-square-foot building was designed with facade and landscaping to suggest six houses. The building accommodates 85 students within 22 units and features furnished living rooms, bedrooms, baths, and kitchen appliances.

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