Father James E. Hoff S.J. Statue

Fr. James E. Hoff S.J., served as the University’s 33rd President from 1991 to 2000 and Chancellor until his passing in 2004. His vision for Xavier became a mantra for the entire campus, which he called his most important legacy, “to prepare students intellectually, spiritually and morally to take their place in a rapidly changing global society and work for the betterment of that society.” 

The Fr. James E. Hoff S.J. Statue honors his presidency. Once positioned on the west side of the Cintas Center (see bottom photo), it now sits in the center of campus life near the main entrance of Fenwick Place. Talking to students, one of his favorite activities, is captured in the sculpture.
 

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Artist: Tom Tsuchiya Erected: 2002 Medium: Bronze Height: 6'2" Location: Outside the main entrance of Fenwick Place
Additional Notes: Tsuchiya's design was inspired by a photo by XU's photographer, Gregory Rust. Fr. Hoff posed for the sculpture. Plaque Inscription: Faith, Hope, & Love These three endure To the enduring achievements of Father James Hoff