The University of Findlay - UF Distinguished Associates Named

Findlay, Ohio – Marguerite (Peg) Armstrong and Margaret M. Palmer were named The University of Findlay’s 2005 Distinguished Associates at "Applause," the donor recognition reception held at the University on Nov. 29.

Since 1975, the Distinguished Associates Award has been presented to members of the UF Associates who by their personal endeavors, financial support and leadership have brought distinction to The University of Findlay.

Margaret M. Palmer and Marguerite (Peg) Armstrong

“These two women have boundless energy and enthusiasm; they have a zest for life and a self-designed plan for the living of life to its fullest measure,” Dr. Marie Louden-Hanes, dean of the College of Liberal Arts, commented during the reception. “Their participation in the lives of our students continues to be defined as a desire to provide a safe haven and a fertile field for the enrichment of the scholar, the athlete and the performer.”

Both Armstrong and Palmer have been a visible presence on the University’s campus for many years.

Palmer is an active supporter of the Senior Forum and of SummerStock Theatre. She also provides continual support for the Concert and Lecture Series, and can be seen attending various campus functions throughout the year.

Armstrong is the driving force behind the University’s new Russ and Peg Armstrong Sports Complex, located on the corner of Trenton and North Blanchard Avenues. The facility, which was officially dedicated in August, includes six tennis courts and the practice field for the Oiler football team. When completed, the Armstrong Complex will include a baseball field, a softball field, an eight-lane all-weather track with a soccer field inside the track and two football practice fields.

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