A new gate across what used to be Patricia Road north of Wyandotte Street makes manifest the University’s presence, says president Alan Wildeman. He officially pronounced it operational after demonstrating its function to a gathering of UWindsor staff, students and officials Wednesday.

“It delineates that you’re now at the University of Windsor,” Dr. Wildeman said, praising its bold, modern design.

The gate is fashioned in stainless steel and extends across the south end of Alistair MacLeod Walk, greeting motorists who reach the campus from Huron Church Road via Patricia Road. Designed by +VG Architects as part of the campus master plan, it was fabricated by Cunningham Sheet Metal and installed by Alliance General Contracting.

If necessary, it can be retracted by Campus Police and other emergency responders.