Lock Haven University
Official Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact:
Eric Smith
Phone: (570) 484-3074
E-mail: esmith6@lhup.edu
Release Date: 04/22/2008




Pianist Williams performs at LHU's Durrwachter Alumni Conference Center

LOCK HAVEN, Pa. - Renowned pianist Roger Williams performs during a donor recognition dinner at the Lock Haven University Durrwachter Alumni Conference Center on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Williams, know popularly as “Pianist to the Presidents,” has entertained every U.S. president since Harry Truman. Williams and his ensemble performed several of his greatest hits, which include “Autumn Leaves,” “Born Free,” and “The Impossible Dream.” The event was to recognize the donors – consisting of alumni, friends of the university, members of the community and corporate sponsors – who made the construction of the Durrwachter Alumni Conference Center possible.

Lock Haven University is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE), the largest provider of higher education in the commonwealth. Its 14 universities offer more than 250 degree and certificate programs in more than 120 areas of study. Nearly 405,000 system alumni live and work in Pennsylvania.

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