Philanthropists' gift beautifies UHCL's Potter Pond, Wilson Park

May 14, 2021 | UHCL Staff

UHCL President Ira K. Blake, Distinguished Alumna Patricia Potter Wilson, and Wendell Wilson with a stone marker that reads 'Pat and Wendell Wilson Park and Serenity Garden: Dedicated to all who dream of fulfilling their potential through learning and reflecting, while loving our natural space'
From left, University of Houston-Clear Lake President Ira K. Blake, UH-Clear Lake Distinguished Alumna Patricia Potter Wilson and her husband Wendell Wilson unveil the addition of a serenity garden near Potter Pond. The new garden, a gift from the Wilsons that enhances one of UHCL’s most beautiful campus locations, was dedicated on May 6. "Your vision for Potter Pond, Wilson Park and now, the Serenity Garden exemplifies the passion you have for the overall student and community experience and the importance of feeding the body, mind and spirit," said Blake. "We are honored to be entrusted with your philanthropy and promise to honor the spirit and intent of your many gifts."