Buildings & Facilities | Campus Buildings Collections

The Buildings and Facilities Collection consists of primary source materials from the University Archives relating to the planning, construction, and dedication of the buildings on campus. Items in the collection include meeting minutes, memorandums, plans, programs, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera.

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Work Effort Timeline - Physical Science Building

Fort Hays State University

This black and white document features a timeline of worktime spent on the project, as well as a breakdown of tasks.
Tomanek Hall: Letter, to Gloria Timmer, from President Edward Hammond

Edward Hammond

A detailed briefing to Gloria Timmer, Director of the Division of the Budget, Department of Administration, from President Hammond regarding the status of the proposed physical sciences building. Also includes a budget estimate, a federal assistance budget form, and budget explanation information.
Tomanek Hall: Letter, to Governor Joan Finney, from President Edward Hammond, April 6, 1992

Edward Hammond

Letter thanking Governor Joan Finney for her support of the new physical sciences building.
Tomanek Hall: Letter, to Pete Laughlin, from President Edward Hammond, June 17, 1992

Edward Hammond

Thank you note for attending the press conference and for the work done on designing the physical science building.
Tomanek Hall: Memorandum, to Senator Gerald Karr, from President Edward Hammond, October 2, 1992

Edward Hammond

Highlighting the unique aspects of the physical sciences building.
Design for Physical Sciences Building Unveiled

Cecily Hill

This color document features the front page of the University Leader revealing the designs for the new science building. The photographs and header are in color.
Tomanek Hall: Newspaper, Design for physical sciences building unveiled

Cecily Hill

Article from the University Leader about the design of the new physical sciences building.
Space and Construction: Needs for Kansas Higher Education

Kansas Board of Regents

A publication containing descriptions of needed construction at KBOR institutions. Contains a section on Albertson Hall.
Tomanek Hall: Letter, to Ron Fundis, from Eric King, January 30, 1992

Eric King

Letter of responses to two questions that Mr. Fundis had for Mr. King regarding the physical sciences building
Tomanek Hall: Memorandum, to the Kansas Board of Regents, from Stanley Z. Koplik, Executive Director

Stanley Koplik

Approval of the request for a physical science building at Fort Hays State University.
Architectural Detail of New Sciences Building Revealed in Scale Model

Bob Lowen

This color document features an article from Campus News regarding completing the scale model for the new science building. The article also walks through the plans for the project. An illustration of the model is printed in orange ink.
Tomanek Hall: Magazine, Architectural detail of new sciences building revealed in scale model

Bob Lowen

Article from The Alumni News issue for Homecoming 1992 about the plans, artists's renditions and a replica for the physical science building.
Tomanek Hall: Press release, from Governor Joan Finney, announcing federal funds for various projects

Officer of the Govenor, State of Kansas

A press release that announces Fort Hays State University will receive $8 million in federal funds for the new Physical Sciences building
Retired Coach Keeps Eye on FHSU

Adele Shaver

This black and white document features an article from the Hays Daily News discussing the future renovation and dedication of the track, the achievements of Alex Francis, and Francis's life as a coach at the university.
Tomanek Hall: Letter, to Gus Bogina, from Warren Corman, April 1, 1991

Warren Corman

Letter stating that the Kansas Board of Regents supports using federal funds for preliminary planning of the new physical science building.
Tomanek Hall: Letter, to President Edward Hammond, from Senator Bob Dole, May 30, 1991

Robert J. Dole

A letter thanking President Hammond for his update on the progress of the new science building.
Memorial Union Cafeteria Baron of Beef Buffet Flyer

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color document features a flyer for the Baron of Beef Buffet event hosted by the Memorial Union. The flyer is printed on pink paper and includes illustrations of food and chefs.
Announcement of Bookstore Hours

Fort Hays State University

This black and white document features a request from Stephen Wood to professors who teach evening and Saturday classes. Wood requested professors announce the bookstore hours to their students.
Approval of Use of Funds

Fort Hays State University

This color document features a letter detailing that the Board of Regents has approved the use of funds for preliminary planning.
Dedication Program for Akers Energy Center

Fort Hays State University

This black and white document features a three page dedication program for the reception and dedication of the Akers Energy Center. The program includes a schedule of events, information and a photo of Dale L. Ackers, and an illustrated cover depicting the completed building.
Documents of Expected Donors and Letters to Them

Fort Hays State University

This black and white document features a series of documents relating to expected donors, the number of their expected donations, as well as a reminder letter for donations sent to the list members.
Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day Invitation

Fort Hays State University

This color three page document features an invitation to the Faculty/ Staff Appreciation Day being held at the University Bookstore. The invitation contains red and green ink. An illustration of winter greens are on the first page.
Gala Weekend Invitation and Schedule

Fort Hays State University

This color five page document features an invitation to the Gala Weekend, as well as a schedule of events for the weekend. The back page is an opportunity to donate to the event.
Grant Acceptance Notice

Fort Hays State University

This color nineteen page document features a letter notifying the university that it has been awarded a grant and must return the paperwork for acceptance notice. One line is highlighted in yellow. The header is printed with blue ink.
Invitation to Rededication of Sheridan Hall

Fort Hays State University

This black and white two page document features an invitation to the rededication of Sheridan Hall, formerly known as Sheridan Coliseum.