Premier Benefactor
David Wilson, Chairman of Leicestershire based construction group Wilson Bowden plc, donated £2 million as flagship funding towards the creation of the iconic new Library. The landmark building was named the David Wilson Library after its premier benefactor. University Librarian Christine Fyfe commented: “David Wilson’s generous funding will provide facilities that improve educational opportunities for future generations of students.”
See also the press release from when the premier benefactor was announced.
