Aion

Artist: Cordula Roser Gray of CRG Architects and Marcella Del Signore of X-TOPIA

Narrative: A centennial monument honoring Southeastern Louisiana University’s legacy, incorporating the values of fluidity, connectivity, and functionality. Inspired by the Greek concept of “eternal,” Aion is a living timeline, bridging key moments from the past and sets momentum from what is to come.

Its design features a three-dimensional timeline constructed from powder-coated aluminum fins, engraved with key dates that chronicle the university’s evolution over the last 100 years. The monument’s spine serves as a powerful metaphor for the interconnectedness of SLU’s community across generations.

Built with durable, low-maintenance materials, Aion is a sculptural gathering space, a platform for reflection, and a tribute to Southeastern’s evolving role as an institution committed to lifelong learning, intellectual creativity, and critical thinking.