Blacksburg in Montgomery County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Paul Neyron Derring
(1894-1973)
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, May 28, 2011
1. Paul Neyron Derring Marker
Director of Religious Affairs 1957-1964
A Phi Beta Kappa graduate, Paul Neyron Derring was the first blind man to complete college in Virginia. While heading the YMCA at VPI, he became a father figure to countless students, was known for his helpfulness and wise counsel, and exerted a great deal of influence on student life. During more than 45 years at VPI, he became one of the most beloved and admired figures on campus.
Derring Hall first phase completed in 1969
Erected by VPI Class of 1953.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1969.
Location. 37° 13.749′ N, 80° 25.556′ W. Marker is in Blacksburg, Virginia, in Montgomery County. Marker can be reached from Perry Street east of West Campus Drive. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Blacksburg VA 24061, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. George Burke Johnston (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Clinton Harriman Cowgill (about 400 feet away); Charles Henry Burchard (about 500 feet away); Mary Draper Ingels (about 500 feet away); Frank Leigh Robeson (about 600 feet away); Thomas Marshall Hahn Jr.
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Also see . . . Derring Hall. Virginia Tech (Submitted on June 1, 2011.)
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, May 28, 2011
2. Derring Hall
Credits. This page was last revised on July 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 1, 2011, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 507 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 1, 2011, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.
