A dedication ceremony for Richard H. Barry Hall, home to the College of Business, the Department of Agribusiness and Applied Economics, the Center for Global Initiatives and Leadership and the North Dakota Trade Office, is planned for Friday, Oct. 2, at 2 p.m. at 811 2nd Ave. N. A short dedication program will take place on the east side of the building. Refreshments and self-guided tours will follow.

Richard H. "Dick" Barry (1909-88) was a renowned financial consultant and economic catalyst, residing in Fargo for 50 years. A banker, businessman and community volunteer, Barry served as a dynamic leader who was tireless in his commitment to North Dakota through both local and international endeavors.

Barry and his wife, Louise, had a life-long spirit of philanthropy and leadership, family traditions that continue today. In 1986, his son, B. John Barry founded The Barry Foundation, believing that our youth and their education are the key to our future.