Southwestern’s new ‘Stoppy Signs’ spread joy on campus
Southwestern University senior Ashton Frey stands next to one of three “Red Poppy Stoppy signs” installed on campus. The signs are the result of Mr. Frey’s efforts through the Houston Art & Paint Initiative, a nonprofit he started. Photo by Brigid Cooley
Three stop signs on the Southwestern University campus were given a locally-inspired makeover thanks to the efforts of graduating senior Ashton Frey.
Found at the intersection behind the McCombs Campus Center, 1001 East University Avenue, the three “Red Poppy Stoppy signs” give a nod to the city’s official flower with newly installed green sign posts, which feature metal leaves and a curvy sh…