A worker guides the final beam into place during the topping out ceremony at what will be Usery Hall, named after alumnus and former U.S. Labor Secretary W.J. Usery Jr.
This building stands where the old Vinson Hall and Main Barracks stood.
The final construction beam was installed Friday for the new prep school building being built on the historic campus of Georgia Military College. GMC President Maj. Gen. Peter Boylan presided over the installation of the building’s frame, along with alumnus and former United States Labor Secretary W.J. Usery Jr., who was keynote speaker for the event. The new facility will be named Usery Hall in his honor.
“No building topping off is more important than the three stories behind me,” Usery said to the assembled group. “This is where the next century will be educated. They will be able to look back on this building and be proud.”
Usery’s remarks came just before a crane hoisted the final beam into place. The beam had been signed by GMC cadets, employees and well-wishers. Usery led the crowd in applause as the beam was installed.
-The Union Recorder August 1, 2009
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