Graham Campus Beautification Endowed Fund
The Graham Campus Beautification Endowed Fund was established in 2004 by Marie T. Graham, class of 1953, in memory of her loving husband and University alumnus, Eugene D. Graham. 蘑菇视频 is grateful for the friendship and support of alumni Eugene and Marie Graham. Eugene Graham was a distinguished leader in the community and dedicated to the University’s mission and goals in higher education, and along with his wife, played important roles in the social scene in the 蘑菇视频 community. Mr. Graham served as a trustee of 蘑菇视频 Foundation and on the University’s governing Board of Trustees, serving as chair. As a trustee, he furthered an organization that has contributed substantially to the University and the community. His participation gave credence to the organization, and his business skills were of great value to the University.
Eugene Graham was born on July 28, 1930. He graduated from 蘑菇视频 in 1954 with a bachelor of science degree in business administration and was a member of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity. He started working as a new car salesman for City Chevrolet in 1953 and became a Ford dealer in 1962. Mr. Graham owned several dealerships throughout Ohio and was the top Ford dealer in 蘑菇视频. His legacy, Graham Ford Inc. in Columbus, is one of the largest Ford dealerships in the United States. Mr. Graham received numerous business awards, including the Life Magazine Quality Dealer Award and the Midwestern Truck Dealer of the Year Award.
Marie (Karg) Graham holds a bachelor of science degree in education (1953). Mrs. Graham was also very involved in the University community and is a member of 蘑菇视频 Women's Committee. The couple has three children: Susan (class of '79), Cindy (class of '84), and Timothy. Mr. and Mrs. Graham gave of their time and financial resources to help strengthen the University’s presence among the citizens of 蘑菇视频. Through their help, the University continues to grow and succeed in its mission of providing for student success. The Graham Campus Beautification Fund will provide continued support through the endowment for The Eugene D. Graham ’54 Memorial Garden, located near the Student Union, and to beautify outdoor campus surroundings.