Members of the media are invited to cover and photograph a reception and property tour, beginning at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7. The activities will mark the donation to UVI of 65 acres of property in Estate Sorgenfri on St. Thomas.
The donation comes from descendants of Rankin Orr and Elizabeth Millin. Family members expected to be on hand for the reception and tour are Leal Van Beverhoudt, Luz Van Beverhoudt, Aethra Van Beverhoudt-Matthias and Anita Millin Holder. A reception is set at UVI’s Administration and Conference Center at 10 a.m., with a property tour to follow leaving UVI at noon.
Important:
Members of the media who wish to participate in the property tour must RSVP by noon on Monday, Oct. 6, to UVI Public Relations at pr@uvi.edu or call (340) 693-1057.
Reception
What: Reception marking donation of St. Thomas Property to UVI
When: Tuesday, Oct. 7
Where: Administration and Conference Center, first-floor conference room, St. Thomas
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Property Tour
What: Tour of donated property – transportation will be provided
When: Tuesday, Oct. 7
Where: Departs UVI St. Thomas Campus – to Sorgenfri
Time: Noon – departs UVI; 2:30 p.m. returns to UVI
Contact: Public Relations (340) 693-1057 or pr@uvi.edu