Interim President Marvin Samson unveiled the official portrait of retired President Dr. Philip P. Gerbino on Feb. 23, 2012, as part of the Founders' Day festivities. The portrait will hang in Griffith Hall to commemorate Dr. Gerbino's 16-plus years of service as president. In addition, a special plaque was also shown that was given to him as a gift. Dr. Gerbino retired on Aug. 31, 2011 as the University's 20th president.