“The University of Prince Edward Island is extremely proud to pay this tribute to Bill Murphy’s memory,” said president Wade MacLauchlan on the day the WA. Murphy Centre was officially opened. “The generous leadership gift that the Murphy family has made to the university affirms their father’s firmly—held belief that education plays an integral role in community development. This demonstration of support by the entire family — this giving back to the institution where they received their education — is truly inspiring. It means a great deal to the university, to current and future generations of students, and to the entire community.”

Kevin acted as spokesperson during the opening for the Murphy family, and Stephen read the citation. “To our family, Bill Murphy was very special as a husband, father, and grandfather,” he said. “Growing up in our house, we also realized that Dad was very special to many others in the community...Dad would have been proud to see his family here today, to see what they have achieved, and to see them continue his belief in community involvement through this lasting contribution to education and youth in Prince Edward Island.”

After the ceremony, they all went back to Kathleen’s home for dinner. Today the WA. Murphy Centre stands as one of the lasting symbols of the family’s contributions to the community.

WA. Murphy Student Centre, UPEI, Charlottetown

158 KATHLEEN MURPHY, MAITRIARC