What is the Orange Grove?
Intended as a permanent tribute to the generations of alumni, friends, staff and faculty who have made the University the outstanding institution that it is today. The Orange Grove through engraved pavers gives everyone who cares about SU to have their name permanently etched in a prominent place on campus. In addition it will serve as a contemplative place for current staff, faculty and students to enjoy as well as place for alumni to visit when they return to campus.

Who can participate in the Orange Grove?
Friends, fans, alumni, students, faculty, and staff - ANY SU enthusiast can have their name placed in the Orange Grove.

Where is the Orange Grove going to be?
The Orange Grove is located adjacent to the Quad in front of Bowne Hall.

How did we set the prices?
Prices for the Orange Grove packages were set in such a way to allow everyone to participate. The large price range was established in order to allow all levels of participation, from $187 to a large donation of sculpture or even the naming of a bench.

If I buy a whole paver will I be able to add names at a later date if I wish?
No. Once a paver is purchased, it is a permanent addition to the Orange Grove.

How will the Orange Grove be maintained overtime?
The nature of the granite selected to be used in the Orange Grove is such that erosion over time will be minimal. Careful consideration was given in choosing the material that would be used for the project. The University is strongly committed to ensuring that the Orange Grove will be well maintained like any other building on campus. This granite site will be seen and as a University landmark, and will be taken care of as such. In essence, the Orange Grove is a building made of granite pavers instead of traditional bricks and mortar.

What is the commitment of the University to the site?
The University is strongly committed to maintaining and preserving the site for the Orange Grove. The Orange Grove is essentially seen as a building - non-traditional - but one that is built by our alumni. The Orange Grove is here to stay, and the strong commitment by the University to its alumni will ensure that.

Will the pavers get slippery, or icy in the winter months?
No. The surface of the granite pavers is intentionally rough and rugged to avoid any possibility of slipping and sliding. Given the nature of the weather in Syracuse, this was taken into consideration when choosing the material for the Orange Grove.

How can you locate a paver?
Each paver in the Orange Grove will be given a color on the paver "map". When an individual purchases a paver, they will receive a letter of confirmation. When the Orange Grove is updated, a color-coded map will be available with the new pavers included on the map. This information will also be posted to the web, and available at the Office of Alumni Relations.

What is the benefit of my Orange Grove gift?
Once the cost of construction for the Orange Grove is covered, the proceeds from the gifts from the pavers will be placed in an endowment fund. The money earned from this endowed account will be used for future alumni programs and projects.

Is my contribution tax deductible?
The entire gift to the Orange Grove will be tax deductible.