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S.T.A.T.venger Hunt 2004

Congratulations Beth! She took the S.T.A.T.venger challenge and won a full student season sports ticket package!

Here are the clues and answers for the 2004 hunt:

Clue #10 - Friday, April 9
Tired of running around? To find the medallion take a seat here, but make sure you look for Herky. His likeness will be right next to your feet. The S.T.A.T. medallion is located in a quadrilateral monument, dedicated to a person who will be remembered by the sport he coached and the art that stays strong.

Explanation: The medallion is buried in Gibson Square, located at Burlington and Madison next to the Main Library. The square is named after Dick Gibson, who was both the University of Iowa’s Fencing Coach beginning in 1968 and Director of the Facilities Services Group beginning in 1996. The Gibson Square fence was constructed and completed by using work from Iowa Prison Industries of Anamosa.

Clue #9 - Thursday, April 8
This building is a place with a lot of spine. To find the medallion, start at the south door and walk 70 paces plus 10 stairs to the south. Watch your step because you don’t want to walk all over Herky. So get to the point and don’t beat around the bush!

Explanation: The medallion is 70 paces plus 10 stairs of the south door of the Main Library, a place full of books (with spines).

Clue #8 - Wednesday, April 7
Won’t you be my neighbor? This building is named after someone who tested you before you ever wore black and gold. Look to the west of it for the medallion.

Explanation: The Linquist Center was named after E.F. Linquist, who was the founder and creator of the ACT and ITBS tests. The building is next door, quote from Mr. Rogers, to the Main Library.

Clue #7 - Tuesday, April 6
Looking for direction on campus? Glance to these to find out where you are; the medallion is buried where the creator is recognized.

Explanation: The University-wide campus building sign system was originated and implemented by Dick Gibson when he was Director of the Facilities Services Group. Gibson Square is named in his honor.

Clue #6- Monday, April 5
After Friday’s clue, you should be feeling the burn. If you are still on that side of the river, it is the right track but wrong bank. However, you are doing grand! Take a few steps east to get on the correct path that will lead you to the medallion.

Explanation: Friday’s clue was for the UI Field House on the west side of the Iowa River on Grand Ave. The medallion is located off Burlington St, the continuation of Grand Ave on the east side of the Iowa River.

Clue #5 - Friday, April 2
It is the end of the week, are you feeling frustrated? Come visit this
building to burn off a little steam. Don’t come hungry though, because you won’t be able to order a burger or wings. Continue east of here to find the S.T.A.T. medallion.

Explanation: The UI Field House is where many students, faculty, and the public go to exercise and participate in multiple activities. The UI’s Field House is not to be confused with the downtown-eating establishment Third Base Field House, which is located in the Ped Mall.

Clue #4 - Thursday, April 1
This building was the first of its kind west of the Mississippi in 1898, and now it’s a landmark on campus. Come here when you are feeling blue, and people in the building will try to fix you. Take good care of this clue, and look to the east for the S.T.A.T. medallion.

Explanation: University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics was the first teaching hospital in 1898 west of the Mississippi. The ever-expanding hospital is now nationally known and recognized for its phenomenal health care.

Clue #3 - Wednesday, March 31
This location honors a historical trek across the west towards a well-known salty lake. The S.T.A.T. medallion can be found east of the plaque.

Explanation: Mormon Handcart Park, located off of Mormon Trek Blvd, is the site where over 1,000 Mormons began a walk to Salt Lake City in 1856-57. The railroad that they were traveling on ended in Iowa City, where they built wooden handcarts and walked together to gather and celebrate their faith. A commemorative plaque stands at the entrance of the trail.

CLUE #2 - Tuesday, March 30
Once known as the Old Mechanics Building, this location is where the
first university students were taught. Head south of here to find the S.T.A.T. medallion.

Explanation: Seashore Hall was where the first college students attended classes with in 1855. At this time it was known as the Old Mechanics Building.

Clue #1 - Monday, March 29
This building was once the home to a rockin’ science professor and his family at the turn of the century, and is now the home to a sisterly group. Go south of this building to find the S.T.A.T. medallion.

Explanation: Professor and world-famous geologist Samuel Calvin and his family lived at 522 North Clinton in the late 1800’s/early 1900’s, which is currently the Delta Delta Delta sorority house. He was one of the first science professors at the University of Iowa, and worked in the Science Hall building. Calvin’s old family home was bought by Tri Delta in 1922, and has since been added on to and remodeled.

S.T.A.T.venger Hunt 2004 Winner Beth Bretthauer Junior, Pharmacy Major

The 2004 Winner
Well done, Beth!

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