HOLLIS POOL LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS

Hollis Center: The Heart of Student Wellness

The Hollis Center has long stood as a cornerstone of student life at Stetson University. Originally opened in 1998 through a generous gift from the Hollis family, the facility was envisioned as a central hub for fitness, recreation and health on campus. Over the years, the Hollis Center has served thousands of students—offering a space to recharge, stay active and connect with one another.

Setting the Stage for the Future of Stetson

Today’s college students—especially the incoming Gen Z and Alpha generations—are placing unprecedented value on mental wellness, vibrant campus communities and accessible recreational spaces. In a state like Florida, where sunshine is abundant and outdoor living is a way of life, schools that lean into this advantage rise to the top. At Stetson, we’re seizing this opportunity through a comprehensive reimagining of the Hollis Center Pool and you can be a lasting part of it

Reimagine a Campus Landmark

Fund major aesthetic and landscape upgrades:

decorative brick piers, evergreen planters, turf and

modern fencing.
Transform the pool into a visually stunning

centerpiece, highly visible from the new Residence

Hall and a key stop on campus tours.
Create a space that reflects the excellence and

warmth of the Stetson experience.

Promote Wellness, Connection and Belonging

Give students a beautiful, accessible space for

swimming, exercise and stress relief.
Foster social connections and campus traditions in a relaxed, inclusive environment.
Offer on-campus jobs through lifeguard and facility

roles, supporting student leadership and employment.

Help Recruit and Retain Future Hatters

Position Stetson as a school that invests in the full student
experience.

Use the upgraded pool as a powerful tool to attract new
students—especially those drawn to active, wellness-focused
lifestyles.

Leverage the pool’s proximity to the new Residence Hall to
drive usage, visibility and impact.

two girls sitting in the edge of the pool

Establish a Lasting Legacy

With your generous support, the revitalized Hollis Center Pool can carry your name—or the name of someone meaningful to you—in perpetuity. This is a rare opportunity to place your legacy at the heart of student life on one of the most cherished and visible spaces on campus.

group of people at the pool after renovations

More than 25 years after the Hollis Center first opened its doors, we’re writing its next chapter. With your support, the Hollis Center Pool will not only regain its vibrancy—it will be transformed into one of the most dynamic, welcoming, and student-centered spaces on campus

HERE TO HELP. Reach out to Tara to learn more about how to support this strategic initiative.

Tara Hamilton

Assistant Vice President of Development Initiatives, Development Program-Deland

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