The donation and commitment for the Arthur Roe Micromount Collection and Memorial Endowment for Conservation and Education were made by the family of Arthur "Art" Roe and his wife, Barbara Roe.
The donation and commitment were made by the family of Arthur "Art" Roe and his wife, Barbara Roe. The endowment will be called the Arthur Roe Micromount Collection and Memorial Endowment for Conservation and Education.
The specimen of the mineral stibnite was extracted in 2003 from the Wuling Mine in southeastern China and is exceptionally rare for its size, intricacy and quality.
The center will advance research and conservation efforts, educate future conservation scientists and leaders and develop a broader understanding of the Earth's biosphere.
An anonymous donor's transformational contribution will support impactful innovation and startups that result from the work of university faculty, staff and students.