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Detailed close up of a campus sculpture called the "Flashlight."

"Flashlight"

Thirty years later, ºÚÁÏÍø's Flashlight has moved beyond some initial controversy to become a treasured part of the university landscape.

The Flashlight, located in the plaza between Artemus Ham Concert Hall and Judy Bayley Theatre, debuted in 1981. From there, national media had its way with the 38-foot tall form made up of 24 painted black steel fins.

Low point of view of the campus sculpture called the "Flashlight"
The

Far away view of the campus sculpture called the "Flashlight".
The sculpture was commissioned to

Bottom half view of the campus sculpture called the "Landmark" during a rainy day.

Top half view of the campus sculpture called the "Flashlight" with a beautiful blow endless sky in the background.
The sculpture is formed from 24 black steel fins. (Aaron Mayes/ºÚÁÏÍø Photo Services)

Mid section view of the ºÚÁÏÍø campus sculpture called the "Flashlight" with the beautiful blue sky in the background.
Several of the fins on the

Woman reading a book at the top of stairs which lead to ºÚÁÏÍø's sculpture called the "Flashlight".
Stairs lead to the sculpture from the north and south. (R. Marsh Starks/ºÚÁÏÍø Photo Services)

Far away view of the plaza between Artemus Ham Concert Hall and Judy Bayley Theatre. ºÚÁÏÍø's sculpture named the "Flashlight" is also in sight.
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