The University of Windsor released a commemorative photo book Tuesday in celebration of its 50th anniversary, featuring a selection of photos shot over an 18-month period by photographer Richard Bain.

The book, sponsored entirely by the University’s Alumni Association, also features stories and anecdotes by UWindsor faculty members:

• Alistair MacLeod, an internationally recognized author;
• Marty Gervais, photographer, journalist, publisher and Windsor’s first poet laureate; and
• George McMahon, historian and writer;

as well as others who have shared their unique perspective on the University’s connection with its community.

“Through Richard’s lens, this book not only captures the past 18 months of campus life, it is a reminder of the unique characteristics and characters that bring this campus to life,” said Holly Ward, the University’s chief communications officer. “It is a yearbook for our very recent past, but I believe it is also a yearbook for all of our alumni, and for all of our Lancers who have a shared history on this campus.”

Because of the support of the Alumni Association in sponsoring the entire cost of producing the book, all proceeds from its sales will benefit student scholarships. Copies are available at the University Bookstore.

“As we celebrate 50 years as the University of Windsor, this book is dedicated to the contributions of the First Nations peoples, the Jesuits, the Basilians and founding father, the Reverend E.C. LeBel, who all had a hand in creating the path leading to where we are today,” said UWindsor president Alan Wildeman. “The book depicts the story of who we are and where we are going as a campus community and provides an exciting perspective on our place in the history of our community.”

The book is available at the University Bookstore or for order online. Its price of $50 plus tax goes to support University of Windsor student scholarships.