Sparty ...

Jeffrey R. Plum
HST 480
Jan. 12, 2010

The statue of Sparty located on W. Circle Drive.

What questions would any visitor ask about this site?
1. Who is Sparty?
2. Why is the statue located at W. Circle Drive?
3. Why is Sparty so tall?
4. What does the statue represent someone?
5. Who built the statue of Sparty?

What questions would an historian ask about this site?
1. What is the significance of Sparty to Michigan State University?
2. Who invested the time to create the statue of Sparty and why?
3. Why is the statue important to those who attend or attended MSU?
4. What does the statue represent to those who attended and currently attend MSU?
5. As a rallying point, how can a statue bring people together during tough times?