Champions Plaza and Champion Gorilla 

Unveiled in October 2014 east of Carnie Smith Stadium, the plaza was designed to honor the passion that Pittsburg State students and alumni feel for their university while at the same time celebrating the achievements of the university’s athletic teams. A destination for alumni and fans, it is the centerpiece of “Gorilla Walk” before each home football game and features one of the most photographed Gorilla sculptures on campus — a larger-than-life bronze gorilla created by world-renowned artist, Tom Corbin. The plaza also features the Circle of Champions, comprised of bronze medallions of Pittsburg State coaches whose teams have achieved the ultimate competitive goal, a national championship. Surrounding those are more than 1,500 personalized pavers honoring Gorillas around the world. Learn more about purchasing a paver.

Sculpted by world-renowned artist, Tom Corbin, this iconic 2,000-pound bronze Gorilla is one of the most photographed sites on campus. It stands at the center of Pittsburg State’s Champions Plaza east of Carnie Smith Stadium.