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Welcome to Peru State, Home of the Bobcats! We are excited to show you what makes Nebraska's first college the perfect place for you to engage, inquire, discover and innovate. Please use the arrows above to navigate our campus and click on the 360s, photos and videos links to learn more about what our program has to offer.
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The Library was built in 1905 as a chapel with a gymnasium in the basement. The facility underwent a total renovation in 2002, which tripled the size of the college's old library, which is now the CATS. The building previously served as a chapel, roller rink, art department, science center and gymnasium before becoming a state-of-the-art library. It is often referred to as the "living room" of campus. It features a grand piano, fireplace, private study rooms, meeting rooms, computer lab, archives, etc. It also houses an entire children's library and is open to people from the community for use.
A new addition to the Library is the Bobcat Den Coffeehouse at entrance of the building. A variety of beverages and snacks are available there throughout the day.
Library
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The Library was built in 1905 as a chapel with a gymnasium in the basement. The facility underwent a total renovation in 2002, which tripled the size of the college's old library, which is now the CATS. The building previously served as a chapel, roller rink, art department, science center and gymnasium before becoming a state-of-the-art library. It is often referred to as the "living room" of campus. It features a grand piano, fireplace, private study rooms, meeting rooms, computer lab, archives, etc. It also houses an entire children's library and is open to people from the community for use.
A new addition to the Library is the Bobcat Den Coffeehouse at entrance of the building. A variety of beverages and snacks are available there throughout the day.
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The Administration Building dates back to 1909. The majority of the campus administrative and professional staff offices are housed in this building, including the president, vice president for academic affairs, vice president for administration and finance, vice president for enrollment management and student affairs, marketing and communications, admissions, financial aid, human resources, business office, student records and computer services.
An interesting fact…Peru State was the first college established in Nebraska in the same year Nebraska became a state – 1867! Our 150th anniversary is quickly approaching.
Administration Building
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The Administration Building dates back to 1909. The majority of the campus administrative and professional staff offices are housed in this building, including the president, vice president for academic affairs, vice president for administration and finance, vice president for enrollment management and student affairs, marketing and communications, admissions, financial aid, human resources, business office, student records and computer services.
An interesting fact…Peru State was the first college established in Nebraska in the same year Nebraska became a state – 1867! Our 150th anniversary is quickly approaching.
College Theatre
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The College Theater, built in 1921, and is home for performing arts, activities, special events and entertainment. Seating capacity is approximately 630. The building is used for visiting performing artists; special events like the college's Jazz Band Clinic, Show Choir Festival, and Piano Extravaganza; plays; concerts; classes; and lectures. It features a state-of-the-art sound system.
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W.N. Delzell Hall, the college's all male residence hall, was built in 1939 and stands as one of the campus' iconic structures. The building has capacity for 144 students in double occupancy rooms. A lounge on the main level features a big-screen television, pool table and other games. Hall meetings and special activities are hosted in this space throughout the year. A weight room is conveniently located in the basement for resident athletes.
An interesting fact… Delzell Hall was home to naval recruits in the 1940's when PSC served as a naval training school.
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W.N. Delzell Hall, the college's all male residence hall, was built in 1939 and stands as one of the campus' iconic structures. The building has capacity for 144 students in double occupancy rooms. A lounge on the main level features a big-screen television, pool table and other games. Hall meetings and special activities are hosted in this space throughout the year. A weight room is conveniently located in the basement for resident athletes.
An interesting fact… Delzell Hall was home to naval recruits in the 1940's when PSC served as a naval training school.
Delzell Residence Hall
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W.N. Delzell Hall, the college's all male residence hall, was built in 1939 and stands as one of the campus' iconic structures. The building has capacity for 144 students in double occupancy rooms. A lounge on the main level features a big-screen television, pool table and other games. Hall meetings and special activities are hosted in this space throughout the year. A weight room is conveniently located in the basement for resident athletes.
An interesting fact… Delzell Hall was home to naval recruits in the 1940's when PSC served as a naval training school.
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The picturesque Oak Bowl was built in 1900 and is one of Nebraska's most unique outdoor venues, occupying a natural "bowl" indention in the earth. A press box, concession stand, restroom building and ticket booths are located in this complex. The field house, built in 1966, is located at the north end of the stadium. This 4,050 square foot building is utilized primarily by the Peru State football team for equipment storage, locker room/shower facility and for training.
An interesting fact… The first football game played here was on Thanksgiving Day in 1901. Eighty-nine years later, in 1990, the Bobcat football team claimed the NAIA Division 2 National Championship.
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The picturesque Oak Bowl was built in 1900 and is one of Nebraska's most unique outdoor venues, occupying a natural "bowl" indention in the earth. A press box, concession stand, restroom building and ticket booths are located in this complex. The field house, built in 1966, is located at the north end of the stadium. This 4,050 square foot building is utilized primarily by the Peru State football team for equipment storage, locker room/shower facility and for training.
An interesting fact… The first football game played here was on Thanksgiving Day in 1901. Eighty-nine years later, in 1990, the Bobcat football team claimed the NAIA Division 2 National Championship.
Tour stop audio transcript
The picturesque Oak Bowl was built in 1900 and is one of Nebraska's most unique outdoor venues, occupying a natural "bowl" indention in the earth. A press box, concession stand, restroom building and ticket booths are located in this complex. The field house, built in 1966, is located at the north end of the stadium. This 4,050 square foot building is utilized primarily by the Peru State football team for equipment storage, locker room/shower facility and for training.
An interesting fact… The first football game played here was on Thanksgiving Day in 1901. Eighty-nine years later, in 1990, the Bobcat football team claimed the NAIA Division 2 National Championship.
Oak Bowl Football Stadium
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The picturesque Oak Bowl was built in 1900 and is one of Nebraska's most unique outdoor venues, occupying a natural "bowl" indention in the earth. A press box, concession stand, restroom building and ticket booths are located in this complex. The field house, built in 1966, is located at the north end of the stadium. This 4,050 square foot building is utilized primarily by the Peru State football team for equipment storage, locker room/shower facility and for training.
An interesting fact… The first football game played here was on Thanksgiving Day in 1901. Eighty-nine years later, in 1990, the Bobcat football team claimed the NAIA Division 2 National Championship.
Hoyt Science Building trail
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Hoyt dates back to 1928. The facility houses classrooms and laboratories and is home to the college's natural science, physical science, wildlife ecology, pre-professional and other science programs. Chemistry labs are located on the main level, natural science labs on the second floor, and the third floor contains a greenhouse, professor research labs and individual student research labs.
An interesting fact…In the early 1900's, PSC had a large greenhouse on campus that housed more than just plants, it was home to an alligator until 1934.
Hoyt Science Building
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Hoyt dates back to 1928. The facility houses classrooms and laboratories and is home to the college's natural science, physical science, wildlife ecology, pre-professional and other science programs. Chemistry labs are located on the main level, natural science labs on the second floor, and the third floor contains a greenhouse, professor research labs and individual student research labs.
An interesting fact…In the early 1900's, PSC had a large greenhouse on campus that housed more than just plants, it was home to an alligator until 1934.
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Constructed in 1965, Jindra Fine Arts houses faculty from the history, English, speech, drama and music departments. Some features of the newly upgraded facility include a large atrium with lounge seating and a state-of-the-art black box theatre where students and faculty present musical performances and plays. The large choir and band rooms, as well as the theatre, are designed for the best possible acoustics. Jindra also feature a number of "green" characteristics, including a modern geo-thermal heat pump that provides heating and air conditioning as well as solar powered lighting in the classrooms.
An interesting fact……From the 1950's to the 1970's, Peru State freshmen had to wear beanies on campus and were expected to sing the college's Color Song on command.
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Constructed in 1965, Jindra Fine Arts houses faculty from the history, English, speech, drama and music departments. Some features of the newly upgraded facility include a large atrium with lounge seating and a state-of-the-art black box theatre where students and faculty present musical performances and plays. The large choir and band rooms, as well as the theatre, are designed for the best possible acoustics. Jindra also feature a number of "green" characteristics, including a modern geo-thermal heat pump that provides heating and air conditioning as well as solar powered lighting in the classrooms.
An interesting fact……From the 1950's to the 1970's, Peru State freshmen had to wear beanies on campus and were expected to sing the college's Color Song on command.
Victor H. Jinda Fine Arts Building
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Constructed in 1965, Jindra Fine Arts houses faculty from the history, English, speech, drama and music departments. Some features of the newly upgraded facility include a large atrium with lounge seating and a state-of-the-art black box theatre where students and faculty present musical performances and plays. The large choir and band rooms, as well as the theatre, are designed for the best possible acoustics. Jindra also feature a number of "green" characteristics, including a modern geo-thermal heat pump that provides heating and air conditioning as well as solar powered lighting in the classrooms.
An interesting fact……From the 1950's to the 1970's, Peru State freshmen had to wear beanies on campus and were expected to sing the college's Color Song on command.
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The main women's residence, Eliza Morgan Hall was opened in 1929 and was named for a beloved college staff member. The building has capacity for 150 women. The facility is in the midst of a $5 million renovation which is scheduled for completion in fall 2012. The main lobby area features a lounge with a fireplace, big-screen television and other amenities. Hall meetings and other special activities are held in this area throughout the year. A second lounge is located in basement, along with a full kitchen, laundry facility and games.
Eliza Morgan Residence Hall
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The main women's residence, Eliza Morgan Hall was opened in 1929 and was named for a beloved college staff member. The building has capacity for 150 women. The facility is in the midst of a $5 million renovation which is scheduled for completion in fall 2012. The main lobby area features a lounge with a fireplace, big-screen television and other amenities. Hall meetings and other special activities are held in this area throughout the year. A second lounge is located in basement, along with a full kitchen, laundry facility and games.
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Constructed in 1905, the building originally housed the campus library before undergoing a complete renovation in 2004, when it became the Center for Achievement and Transition Services. The facility now provides services like mentoring, tutoring, disability services, undeclared academic advisement, career services resources, credential assistance and a variety of workshops. Quiet study rooms, a computer lab, classrooms and areas for groups to work on projects are available. The relief sculptures at the entrance depict the Bobcat in its natural habitat.
An interesting fact… Peru State's colors, like the school song says, were originally pale blue and white until 1959, when they were switched to royal blue and white.
Center of Achievement and Transition Services
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Constructed in 1905, the building originally housed the campus library before undergoing a complete renovation in 2004, when it became the Center for Achievement and Transition Services. The facility now provides services like mentoring, tutoring, disability services, undeclared academic advisement, career services resources, credential assistance and a variety of workshops. Quiet study rooms, a computer lab, classrooms and areas for groups to work on projects are available. The relief sculptures at the entrance depict the Bobcat in its natural habitat.
An interesting fact… Peru State's colors, like the school song says, were originally pale blue and white until 1959, when they were switched to royal blue and white.
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The Student Center, built in 1960, is home to the cafeteria, dining hall, Bob Inn, Bobcat Bookstore, student mail boxes, campus activities offices, residence life offices, a lounge area, game room, the Bur Oak and Live Oak conference rooms, and the Sherwood Art Gallery. The Student Center is the favored site for dances, banquets and many other large-scale activities. The Bob-Inn is a fast-food style restaurant with meal plan transferability. It has burgers, fries, drinks and daily specials.
An interesting fact… In the 1960's, the college had a pep club called the "Blue Devils and White Angels."
Student Center
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The Student Center, built in 1960, is home to the cafeteria, dining hall, Bob Inn, Bobcat Bookstore, student mail boxes, campus activities offices, residence life offices, a lounge area, game room, the Bur Oak and Live Oak conference rooms, and the Sherwood Art Gallery. The Student Center is the favored site for dances, banquets and many other large-scale activities. The Bob-Inn is a fast-food style restaurant with meal plan transferability. It has burgers, fries, drinks and daily specials.
An interesting fact… In the 1960's, the college had a pep club called the "Blue Devils and White Angels."
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Colonel T.J. Majors, a leader during the Civil War and a state legislator, was the founding father of Peru State College. He made the original proposal to open a college in Peru in 1867. For the next 38 years, the Peru Normal School was the only teacher education institution in the state. Today, T.J. Majors Hall houses classrooms and faculty offices for the college's two largest academic schools, the School of Education and the School of Professional Studies. Also located here is the Dean of Graduate Programs, computer labs and a day care center, which is located on the lower level.
An interesting fact… PSC was the first college in Nebraska to conduct what is now known as student teaching for elementary and secondary school teachers-in-training in the early 1960's.
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Colonel T.J. Majors, a leader during the Civil War and a state legislator, was the founding father of Peru State College. He made the original proposal to open a college in Peru in 1867. For the next 38 years, the Peru Normal School was the only teacher education institution in the state. Today, T.J. Majors Hall houses classrooms and faculty offices for the college's two largest academic schools, the School of Education and the School of Professional Studies. Also located here is the Dean of Graduate Programs, computer labs and a day care center, which is located on the lower level.
An interesting fact… PSC was the first college in Nebraska to conduct what is now known as student teaching for elementary and secondary school teachers-in-training in the early 1960's.
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Colonel T.J. Majors, a leader during the Civil War and a state legislator, was the founding father of Peru State College. He made the original proposal to open a college in Peru in 1867. For the next 38 years, the Peru Normal School was the only teacher education institution in the state. Today, T.J. Majors Hall houses classrooms and faculty offices for the college's two largest academic schools, the School of Education and the School of Professional Studies. Also located here is the Dean of Graduate Programs, computer labs and a day care center, which is located on the lower level.
An interesting fact… PSC was the first college in Nebraska to conduct what is now known as student teaching for elementary and secondary school teachers-in-training in the early 1960's.
T.J Majors Building
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Colonel T.J. Majors, a leader during the Civil War and a state legislator, was the founding father of Peru State College. He made the original proposal to open a college in Peru in 1867. For the next 38 years, the Peru Normal School was the only teacher education institution in the state. Today, T.J. Majors Hall houses classrooms and faculty offices for the college's two largest academic schools, the School of Education and the School of Professional Studies. Also located here is the Dean of Graduate Programs, computer labs and a day care center, which is located on the lower level.
An interesting fact… PSC was the first college in Nebraska to conduct what is now known as student teaching for elementary and secondary school teachers-in-training in the early 1960's.
Tour stop audio transcript
Colonel T.J. Majors, a leader during the Civil War and a state legislator, was the founding father of Peru State College. He made the original proposal to open a college in Peru in 1867. For the next 38 years, the Peru Normal School was the only teacher education institution in the state. Today, T.J. Majors Hall houses classrooms and faculty offices for the college's two largest academic schools, the School of Education and the School of Professional Studies. Also located here is the Dean of Graduate Programs, computer labs and a day care center, which is located on the lower level.
An interesting fact… PSC was the first college in Nebraska to conduct what is now known as student teaching for elementary and secondary school teachers-in-training in the early 1960's.
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A.V. Larson was constructed in 1960. It houses Peru State's art department, a Mac computer lab, classrooms, offices, studios and a new art gallery. Artist displays, featuring work by nationally and locally known artists as well as students, change about every 6 weeks. It is also the home to the PSC Foundation, which raises money to support scholarships, campus renovations, athletics and various other interests.
An interesting fact… Every student graduating with a degree in art is featured in a "senior show" where they exhibit pieces they have created in their college career.
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A.V. Larson was constructed in 1960. It houses Peru State's art department, a Mac computer lab, classrooms, offices, studios and a new art gallery. Artist displays, featuring work by nationally and locally known artists as well as students, change about every 6 weeks. It is also the home to the PSC Foundation, which raises money to support scholarships, campus renovations, athletics and various other interests.
An interesting fact… Every student graduating with a degree in art is featured in a "senior show" where they exhibit pieces they have created in their college career.
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A.V. Larson was constructed in 1960. It houses Peru State's art department, a Mac computer lab, classrooms, offices, studios and a new art gallery. Artist displays, featuring work by nationally and locally known artists as well as students, change about every 6 weeks. It is also the home to the PSC Foundation, which raises money to support scholarships, campus renovations, athletics and various other interests.
An interesting fact… Every student graduating with a degree in art is featured in a "senior show" where they exhibit pieces they have created in their college career.
A.V. Larson Building
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A.V. Larson was constructed in 1960. It houses Peru State's art department, a Mac computer lab, classrooms, offices, studios and a new art gallery. Artist displays, featuring work by nationally and locally known artists as well as students, change about every 6 weeks. It is also the home to the PSC Foundation, which raises money to support scholarships, campus renovations, athletics and various other interests.
An interesting fact… Every student graduating with a degree in art is featured in a "senior show" where they exhibit pieces they have created in their college career.
Al Wheeler Activity Center trail
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The AWAC, built in 1980, was named for legendary Peru State coach and teacher Al Wheeler. The building is used for intercollegiate and intramural sports, health and recreation, physical education classes, and for a variety of special events. A $7.5 million renovation of the 21,000 square-foot facility in 2008 created new office space, a state-of-the art athletic training facility, fitness center, weight room, locker rooms, concession stand and hardwood court, among other exciting features.
An interesting fact… In October 1927, Peru had the first live mascot in its athletic conference, "Bob" the bobcat. The original Bob now resides in a trophy case in the Student Center.
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The AWAC, built in 1980, was named for legendary Peru State coach and teacher Al Wheeler. The building is used for intercollegiate and intramural sports, health and recreation, physical education classes, and for a variety of special events. A $7.5 million renovation of the 21,000 square-foot facility in 2008 created new office space, a state-of-the art athletic training facility, fitness center, weight room, locker rooms, concession stand and hardwood court, among other exciting features.
An interesting fact… In October 1927, Peru had the first live mascot in its athletic conference, "Bob" the bobcat. The original Bob now resides in a trophy case in the Student Center.
Tour stop audio transcript
The AWAC, built in 1980, was named for legendary Peru State coach and teacher Al Wheeler. The building is used for intercollegiate and intramural sports, health and recreation, physical education classes, and for a variety of special events. A $7.5 million renovation of the 21,000 square-foot facility in 2008 created new office space, a state-of-the art athletic training facility, fitness center, weight room, locker rooms, concession stand and hardwood court, among other exciting features.
An interesting fact… In October 1927, Peru had the first live mascot in its athletic conference, "Bob" the bobcat. The original Bob now resides in a trophy case in the Student Center.
Al Wheeler Activity Center
Tour stop audio transcript
The AWAC, built in 1980, was named for legendary Peru State coach and teacher Al Wheeler. The building is used for intercollegiate and intramural sports, health and recreation, physical education classes, and for a variety of special events. A $7.5 million renovation of the 21,000 square-foot facility in 2008 created new office space, a state-of-the art athletic training facility, fitness center, weight room, locker rooms, concession stand and hardwood court, among other exciting features.
An interesting fact… In October 1927, Peru had the first live mascot in its athletic conference, "Bob" the bobcat. The original Bob now resides in a trophy case in the Student Center.
Centennial Complex Residence Hall trail
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Built in 1967, the Centennial Complex is comprised of six co-ed, suite-style residence halls with capacity for 272 students. Mathews, Clayburn, Nicholas, Pate, Palmer and Davidson Halls are fully air conditioned and have high-speed wireless internet access. Nicholas and Pate Halls feature apartment-style living. Mathews Hall is home to PSC's Freshman Fusion Experience program, designed for first-year students interested in living in an experience rich, substance-free environment. The program encourages students to engage in leadership opportunities while also promoting excellence in collegiate achievement. It utilizes academic and social resources providing a mentor to mentee relationship, focusing on academics, student engagement, social integration, leadership and healthy living.
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Built in 1967, the Centennial Complex is comprised of six co-ed, suite-style residence halls with capacity for 272 students. Mathews, Clayburn, Nicholas, Pate, Palmer and Davidson Halls are fully air conditioned and have high-speed wireless internet access. Nicholas and Pate Halls feature apartment-style living. Mathews Hall is home to PSC's Freshman Fusion Experience program, designed for first-year students interested in living in an experience rich, substance-free environment. The program encourages students to engage in leadership opportunities while also promoting excellence in collegiate achievement. It utilizes academic and social resources providing a mentor to mentee relationship, focusing on academics, student engagement, social integration, leadership and healthy living.
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Built in 1967, the Centennial Complex is comprised of six co-ed, suite-style residence halls with capacity for 272 students. Mathews, Clayburn, Nicholas, Pate, Palmer and Davidson Halls are fully air conditioned and have high-speed wireless internet access. Nicholas and Pate Halls feature apartment-style living. Mathews Hall is home to PSC's Freshman Fusion Experience program, designed for first-year students interested in living in an experience rich, substance-free environment. The program encourages students to engage in leadership opportunities while also promoting excellence in collegiate achievement. It utilizes academic and social resources providing a mentor to mentee relationship, focusing on academics, student engagement, social integration, leadership and healthy living.
Centennial Complex Residence Hall
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Built in 1967, the Centennial Complex is comprised of six co-ed, suite-style residence halls with capacity for 272 students. Mathews, Clayburn, Nicholas, Pate, Palmer and Davidson Halls are fully air conditioned and have high-speed wireless internet access. Nicholas and Pate Halls feature apartment-style living. Mathews Hall is home to PSC's Freshman Fusion Experience program, designed for first-year students interested in living in an experience rich, substance-free environment. The program encourages students to engage in leadership opportunities while also promoting excellence in collegiate achievement. It utilizes academic and social resources providing a mentor to mentee relationship, focusing on academics, student engagement, social integration, leadership and healthy living.
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The baseball and softball complex is located just west of the Centennial Complex Residence Hall. Peru State's baseball and softball programs have experienced a great deal of success, most recently having two baseball players drafted into the major league! Yimy Rodriquez was the first player in Bobcat history to be drafted, joining the L.A. Dodgers in 2010. Pitcher Andre Kinder followed suit in 2011, when he was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies.
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The baseball and softball complex is located just west of the Centennial Complex Residence Hall. Peru State's baseball and softball programs have experienced a great deal of success, most recently having two baseball players drafted into the major league! Yimy Rodriquez was the first player in Bobcat history to be drafted, joining the L.A. Dodgers in 2010. Pitcher Andre Kinder followed suit in 2011, when he was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies.
Baseball Complex
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The baseball and softball complex is located just west of the Centennial Complex Residence Hall. Peru State's baseball and softball programs have experienced a great deal of success, most recently having two baseball players drafted into the major league! Yimy Rodriquez was the first player in Bobcat history to be drafted, joining the L.A. Dodgers in 2010. Pitcher Andre Kinder followed suit in 2011, when he was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies.
