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THIS IS AN INSTAGRAMABLE MOMENT.

This striking mural, painted by local artist Becky Hochhalter, is featured on the wall of the Les Bois Hall courtyard. The College was one of only two colleges to receive a Public Art Grant from the Indiana Destination Development Corporation (IDDC). This project was one of 49 chosen in 34 counties in May. Projects were selected to create photo opportunities while promoting Indiana. Hochhalter shared the meaning of the mural recently in one of her Facebook post. She stated the large oak in the center represents the College, while the blue leaves represent the current students. The blue trees represent The Woods supported by its alumni, faculty and staff in the background. The acorn represents the students and is at the heart of, or the seed of the College, which transforms into the mighty oak tree during their time at SMWC. Hidden are the mascot, Onyx, in the mural and she gave a nod to Saint Mother Theodore Guerin. Can you find them?