Current Plaques and Memorials: K
Hofstra University is the home to a large number of Plaques and Memorials. Whether it is a dedicated tree, bench, or an entire garden, Hofstra University is a perfect location to honor someone part of an award winning campus and renowned Arboretum. If you want to Dedicate a Plaque, Hofstra University will work with you to find the perfect memorial.
The following is a directory of our current Plaques and Memorials:
| N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z | # |
| LAST NAME | FIRST NAME | WORDING | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| KADIS | Beatrice | In Memory of Beatrice Kadis (1901-2001) Great Aunt | Paperbark Japanese Maple Roosevelt northside, left of west entry |
| KAKOULIDIS | Costas | In Loving Memory of Costas Kakoulidis '92, MBA '94 A genuine, gentle man who touched many lives. | Bench-TBA |
| KALAFER | Ruth | KALAFER. The Lion, Fighting Spirit. Hofstra Volleyball has the Spirit of a Lion and the Pride of a Team. In loving memory of Ruth Kalafer. Donated by Fran Kalafer' | Physical Education Comples, West Side |
| KASSEL | Norman | Zelkova seratta- A Living Memorial by Norman Kassel (1928-1993) | Tree-Zelkova tree Student Center west along steps just north of loading dock |
| KAYWOOD | Kevin | This Living Memorial Garden is Dedicated to the Memory of Our Son Kevin Abe Kaywood Mar. 5, 1992-Feb. 28, 2006 God Bless you Son Look over us | Garden-w/bench and associated plantings Plant Department Northwest corner of north lawn |
| KAZAN | Lainie | In Honor of Lainie Kazan, Singer and Actress | Japanese Maple, red leaf 9'x 6' bronze plaque Herbert School of Communication S side raised Planter in NW corner |
| KELLY | Allison | Allison Kelly Court. Court One. In Memory of Allison Kelly, '05 Women's Tennis Team Member from 2001-2004, whose dedication, commitment and friendship was respected and admired by all members of the Hofstra Athletic Community. She was a loving daughter, sister and teammate, who served as an exemplary role model, both on and off the tennis court. Kelly Court provides a lasting legacy of Allison for all who play here and the naming of this court serves as a thank you from an athletic department grateful to have called her a member of the Pride. "In life the beginnings are often tough, the ends are often sad, but it's the stuff in between that really matters." |
Large bronze plaque on a feather rock on the west end empty tennis court. Allison's photo on top with these words. |
| KENIGSBERG | Abby & Reuben | In Loving Memory of Our Parents Abby and Reuben Kenigsberg | Pinetum South of Heger Large Katsura tree |
| KENNEDY | Sibilia | In Loving Memory of Sibilia E. Kennedy "Outstanding Teacher, Eternal Student and Dedicated Scholar, Chemistry & Natural Science Dept.-1959-1988 | Tree-Hauser/South. London Plane tree |
| KENNEDY | Maureen & Jimmy | In Loving Memory of Maureen "Mo" and Jimmy Kennedy Always Love You, "Your Son Colm" | Bench with hydrangea bush Arena north side east end of Patio, front of barberry |
| KERMELIS | SEE Ciampi #20; shared plaque next to bench Portsmouth House | ||
| KIRKPATRICK | STACEY | In Loving Memory of Stacey Kirkpatrick 2013 | Pinetum, West of Mason Hall, Base of Monkey Puzzle Tree |
| KIZNER-GOLDSTEIN | Ami | In Memory of Ami Kiizner-Goldstein Her Laugh, A Smile …And we knew it would be alright Love Family and Friends | Hagedorn Hall Souteast corner of lawn, Cherry tree w/ plaque |
| KIRSCHNER | Louis | In loving memory of the most wonderful Dad Louis M. Kirschner | Tree-5 Chionanthus- Bird Sanctuary, Sonybird Study area |
| KLEIN | Lena & Alexander | In Memory of Lena & Alexander Klein--1983 | Tree-USA\ South 3 Crimson King Maple (ctr-Maple) |
| KLEINHANS | Bob | This garden is Dedicated In Loving Memory to Bob Keleinhans (1935-2001) Through these windows, And Bob's creative imagination, Holidays become special to all of us | Memorial Hall East, south wall garden between wall & walk 125# with plaque and plants |
| KLOPMAN | Roberta & Ted | In Honor of the 50th Anniversary of Roberta and Ted Klopman--March 28th 2003 | Student Center Patio East Ramp-large planter with Juniper and plaque |
| KOLB | Max | In Loving Memory of Max Benjamin Kolb 2003 Memorial placed by family and friends | Bench and associated Plantings, Herbert School of Communication east/ south of entry doors |
| KRAUS | Jeffrey | Jeffrey C. Kraus Garden- In Loving Memory (1939-1993) for Inspiration our Hearts and Imagination (S & O) | Garden-Herbert School of Communication West/Audio Journal-left of doors, to corner |