Fife College has paid tribute to its founding father as it named their new library after him.
A special ceremony went ahead at the site of the new Dunfermline campus, with representatives of the college unveiling a special plaque in memory of George Lauder.
The newly named Lauder Library is set to open its doors in the Dunfermline campus, with members of his family in attendance for the unveiling.
The plaque was situated in the Lauder Library after being crafted by the students from the Interior Design course at Fife College.
Jim Metcalfe, principal at Fife College, said: “Naming the library at our new Dunfermline Campus after George Lauder is a deeply meaningful tribute, not only to our college’s history but to the values of generosity, vision and lifelong learning that Lauder embodied.
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“As we continued to celebrate 125 years of Fife College, we honour Lauder’s legacy by ensuring his impact continues to inspire generations of students.
“Our innovative new campus will provide students with the resources and support they need to shape their own futures, just as Lauder and Carnegie envisioned in 1899.
“We’re thrilled to mark this special milestone with the Lauder family and our entire Fife College community.”
The naming of the new library is part of the college’s celebrations marking 125 years since they opened their doors.
Traced back to 1899, the former Lauder Technical School was opened in Dunfermline by George Lauder and his nephew Andrew Carnegie.
In addition, the Lauder Lecture was also started at Fife College, which explores Carnegie’s educational legacies.
Lauder’s family, including his great-great-grandsons William and Tom Garner, travelled from the USA to mark the occasion, accompanied by Tom’s wife Carolyn.
William added: “It is an honour to be here in Dunfermline to celebrate the legacy of our great-great-grandfather, George Lauder.
“Naming the library at the new campus after him is a fitting tribute to his vision for education and his enduring commitment to the people of Dunfermline.
“The Lauder family is very grateful to Fife College for keeping his memory alive and for continuing to inspire future generations with the values he held dear: innovation, access to knowledge, and the power of learning.
“My family and I are thrilled to be part of this special occasion and look forward to seeing the library become a hub of inspiration and opportunity for years to come.”
A special lecture titled Lauder Talk will be delivered at the college on December 3.
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