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Motor Trend
25-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
Did Your School Have a Classic Ferrari Hanging In the Lobby?
In the "now there's something you don't see every day" category, we today have this: a 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4, suspended from the ceiling—in a school. That's where this Ferrari lives now, after it was donated to McPherson College in Kansas by trustee Dr. Richard Lundquist. Since we highly doubt Dr. Lundquist couldn't find more suitable storage for the Ferrari, his gift is instead assumed to be a generous, gleaming cherry atop McPherson's newly completed student center. A 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 is suspended from the ceiling of McPherson College's new student center, donated by trustee Dr. Richard Lundquist. The college is unique for its classic car restoration degree, with students' work recognized at prestigious car events. This summary was generated by AI using content from this MotorTrend article. Read Next If this seems kind of random to you, then you surely aren't aware of McPherson's College's distinction as the only institution of higher learning in America that offers a four-year degree specifically in restoring old cars. A 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300S cabriolet restored by students at the school won second in its class at the 2023 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, in fact. And if you're sitting there wondering why on earth you got a history degree or went to business school or something instead of getting a formal education in bringing classic cars back to life, well, so are we. In any event, the Ferrari was hung in the student center's atrium, three stories up in the air, by a sort of platform. (So, no, the Ferrari isn't hanging by hooks or something—it's resting, seemingly by its wheels, on a special structure that is itself hung from the ceiling.) You can watch the Ferrari being hoisted up in the video below, and subsequently be jealous that your school didn't have something so awesome in its lobby.
Business Wire
24-07-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
McPherson College Unveils Rare Ferrari Hanging From Ceiling as Centerpiece to New Student Center During Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
MCPHERSON, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, McPherson College, located in McPherson, KS, officially opened its new student center – the Campus Commons – with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. As part of the event, a rare 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona was lifted to the ceiling of the atrium, where it will serve as a striking centerpiece of this landmark building. The multi-level, 55,000-square-foot building features new dining options, a coffee shop, campus store, student collaboration and lounge spaces. As the only college in the U.S. offering a four-year degree in automotive restoration, it was fitting for McPherson College to showcase a unique classic automobile in its new building. The Daytona Ferrari, ranked by MotorTrend as the second greatest Ferrari of all-time, was donated in 2022 by California's Dr. Richard Lundquist, a Giving Pledge philanthropist, real estate developer, car collector, and McPherson College Trustee. Lundquist, the chief executive officer of Continental Development Corporation and one of California's most respected real estate owners and developers, along with his wife Melanie have been longtime supporters of the college, having committed $50 million. The Ferrari is one of the last models manufactured by Ferrari before the company founder and namesake, Enzo Ferrari, sold the company to Fiat. The two-seat grand tourer was designed by Pininfarina and built by Carrozzeria Scaglietti. 'I am honored that my Daytona will be the first car to hang from the ceiling of Campus Commons,' said Richard Lundquist. 'McPherson College and I have collectively owned this Ferrari Daytona for over fifty years. There is no greater home for this car than at McPherson College – and I am pleased that the students here can enjoy the car as much as I have. I also look forward to the day when my car is replaced by another, allowing McPherson students in the automotive restoration program the opportunity to meticulously restore the Ferrari.' McPherson College is recognized for its automotive restoration program, which is producing the next generation of automotive restorers. Graduates secure positions at some of the world's top car collectors, museums, and restoration companies. Their students won second in class in the 2023 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance with an entirely student-restored 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300S Cabriolet. The new Campus Commons at McPherson College is part of a larger expansion effort by the college, which has seen campus size increase by 20% with nearly half of all existing buildings renovated since 2022. These renovations include all student dormitories, as well as athletic facilities, science labs, general education classrooms, and computer labs. 'This is a historic day for McPherson College. We have been rapidly expanding our campus to give students the best possible experience, and the Campus Commons will serve as a vibrant hub for our community,' said McPherson College President Michael Schneider. 'I am grateful to Richard and Melanie Lundquist for their continued generosity and support. When Richard donated his favorite classic car to McPherson College, he helped me fulfill my promise that someday there would be a Ferrari in our automotive restoration program.' In addition to the added dining and student amenities, Campus Commons will include a center for career and experiential learning, including the Student Debt Project, as well as a welcome center for prospective students and one-stop enrollment service to better serve students. The construction was completed by Dondlinger Construction, a Wichita-based construction company who have built and managed some of the most notable projects in Kansas since 1898. The Campus Commons' 'prairie-inspired' design is a homage to its Kansas roots, featuring a bright, glassy atrium that connects all three floors and showcases the Ferrari, honoring the college's Automotive Restoration program. The exterior of the building blends glass, metal, and wood with stone stair towers. Watch a time-lapse video of the car getting raised in the new building here. Editor's Note: Video footage and photos from the event can be found here. Photo and video credit: McPherson College. About McPherson College McPherson College offers more than 30 undergraduate degree programs to its more than 800 students, representing 33 states and seven countries. Its nationally renowned Automotive Restoration Technology degree program has earned the support of car collectors, including icon Jay Leno. In August 2023, its students competed and won second in class in the Postwar Luxury category at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, one of the automotive world's signature events. For more information, please visit:
Business Journals
26-04-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
Altres promotes new chief information officer from within
The new CIO will oversee IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, product management, software development and more. Hawaii staffing company Altres has promoted Madhu Lundquist to the role of chief information officer to oversee the company's technology operations. He succeeds Jeff Oki, who is retiring after 30 years with the company. Lundquist joined Altres in 2004 as a web developer, and the company said that he 'has played a pivotal role in modernizing the organization's digital infrastructure, starting with the development of its first online job application platform.' Over the years, he has climbed the ranks through the company, going on to serve as senior web developer and director of web technologies. Altres said some of his key contributions to the company include developing a system to track applicants, its HR Symphony platform, and a health screening tool during the Covid-19 pandemic. In his new role, Lundquist will oversee IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, product management, software development and more, with a focus on 'innovation, system reliability, and creating secure, scalable and user-friendly solutions,' Altres said. In a statement, Altres CEO Barron Guss said that he is 'pleased' to have Lundquist as chief information officer. 'He has consistently played a pivotal role in changing our digital landscape, and his forward-thinking vision combined with his ability to align technology with our company goals makes him the ideal person to lead our IT department,' Guss stated.
USA Today
10-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Why is Verne Lundquist not calling The 2025 Masters?
Why is Verne Lundquist not calling The 2025 Masters? Legendary broadcaster Verne Lundquist is as synonymous with The Masters as green jackets and pimento cheese sandwiches. However, you won't hear Lundquist during this year's CBS Sports broadcast of the golfing event. Lundquist retired from calling The Masters last year after 40 years, which explains why he won't be featured in the network's coverage. As he's 84 years old, it's very understandable why Lundquist wanted to step away from broadcasting The Masters. However, it's still pretty surreal to know he's retired from calling the event. Verne Lundquist: His best broadcast calls at The Masters While it's going to be very weird to watch The Masters without Lundquist on the broadcast, Jim Nantz is still around to welcome us to Augusta.
New York Times
10-04-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
After years of ‘Uncle Verne,' Frank Nobilo takes over at Masters' iconic 16th hole
The No. 16 hole at the Masters will have a new sound this year, as broadcaster and former PGA Tour member Frank Nobilo is calling Redbud for the first time. Nobilo brings his New Zealand accent to the famous par-3 after 10 years on the call at Amen Corner (Holes 11, 12 and 13), taking over the role previously held by iconic broadcaster Verne Lundquist. Advertisement Lundquist retired last year after his 40th year at Augusta National. Over four decades, he delivered memorable calls like his famous 'Yes, sir!' when Jack Nicklaus birdied the par-4 17th en route to winning his sixth green jacket and a spirited call following Tiger Woods' chip at the 16th in 2005. 'Oh my goodness,' Lundquist exclaimed. 'Oh wow! In your life, have you ever seen anything like that?' While following up a legend like Lundquist is always a challenge, CBS Sports lead golf producer Sellers Shy said Nobilo has 'earned the right to be on that hole.' 'Frank is well respected not only by the players as a player but also by the players as a broadcaster,' Shy added. 'It just was an easy fit. It will be a seamless transition.' CBS Sports president David Berson echoed the excitement regarding Nobilo's new role. 'Frank has been a part of our team for over a decade. He's an incredible analyst, a huge part of our team,' he said. 'I'm thrilled that he gets to be a much more integral part of the latter portion of our coverage now. He deserves it.' Nobilo, 64, entered the broadcast industry in 2003 as part of the Golf Channel's studio coverage after retiring from tournament golf. He played a stint on the European Tour, picking up seven event wins before joining the PGA in 1997. His best results in major championships include a tie for fourth at the 1996 Masters, a tie for eighth at that year's PGA Championship and a tie for ninth at the 1994 U.S. Open. His lone victory on the PGA Tour came during his rookie season, when he won the Greater Greensboro Chrysler Classic (now known as the Wyndham Championship). The Kiwi golfer also played in the first three Presidents Cups in 1994, '96 and '98. He served as his assistant captain for the 2009 Presidents Cup alongside captain Greg Norman.
