UofL dedicates renovated plaza on Belknap Campus

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – University of Louisville officials today unveiled Trager Plaza, a renovated area that features a granite infinity pool, bench seating and a sculpture.

The focal point of the plaza is a sculpture known as “Truth and Justice.” The artwork was commissioned in the 1970s and created by then-faculty member Barney Bright and a student, Ed Hamilton, who is now known nationally for his large-scale public and private sculptures.

The plaza is named in honor of Republic Bancorp Inc.’s chairman Bernard Trager. He and his wife, Jean, donated the sculpture to the university and provided funding for the plaza renovation.

“Jean and I, along with the entire Trager family, were able to add to the existing beauty of the University of Louisville campus. We hope that the students, faculty and campus visitors will enjoy this peaceful space,” Trager said.

UofL President James Ramsey, who presided at the 9 a.m. dedication ceremony, said, “This plaza has been transformed into one of the most beautiful and peaceful locations on our campus. We are truly grateful to the Tragers for their generosity.”

Trager Plaza is between the Miller Information Technology Center and Lutz Hall.