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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Application for Loan for Development of Custer Hall

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white document features an eleven page application for approval of a loan to finance the expansion of Custer Hall by four floors. It includes details on the current enrollment trends, as well as the documentation needed to apply for funding. It is signed by president Cunningham.
Final Draft of Application for Loan for Hall Development

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white document features a four page final version of the application form for the approval for a loan to expand Custer Hall be adding four additional floors. It is signed by president Cunningham.
Loan Agreement

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white twenty one page document details the specifics of the loan agreement for the Memorial Union. The print is faded and the paper has turned brown.
Receipt of Funds

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color two page document features a notice of fund disbursement from the Farmer's State Bank. The first page is a receipt, and the second page is a register of payments.
State College Leader - What Has Become of the Old Bell Tower?

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white printed document features an article discussing the history of the campanile project, as well as its sharp decline due to the depression and lack of funds. The article tells of the rebirth of the concept of the campanile as the entrance to the Memorial Union, but quickly tells of its downfall as well. The article explains that there was an effort made by alumni of 1935, but there is nothing to show for their support now. The article is the same on the first page and the second page.
Student Activities - Spring 1956

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color six page document features a calendar of activities for the Spring 1956 semester. The first two pages are printed on green paper.
Agnew Angles Booklet

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color document features a yellow covered booklet for those who are moving into the new Agnew Hall. The typed text describes the expectations for roommates, dining hall and classroom behavior and dress, usage of facilities, and guest policies. There is also a section detailing finances one living there should plan for. It includes a packing guide as well. There are hand drawn illustrations throughout. The booklet consists of 21 pages.
College Calendar 1955-1956

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white document features a calendar of the 1955-56 school year, including summer sessions.
Exterior of Memorial Union

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white document features a photo of the exterior of Memorial Union. The square feet, cost and date are printed at the bottom.
Faculty Pledges to Student Union

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color six page document features a roll log of all of the faculty members who pledged donations to the Memorial Union project. The paper has faded to a tan color.
Finished Loan Application

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white ten page document features an application filled out and submitted by the university to request funding for the Memorial Union.
First Open House of South Agnew Hall Guestbook - 1955

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color guestbook features the signatures from 1955, containing the names and addresses of those who signed it. The cover is green with the word "Guests" inset into it with gold. This guestbook is from the November 20, 1955 first open house showing of South Agnew Hall. The dedication message reads: "The First Open House of Agnew Hall, Presented by the first girls of the South Agnew Hall and their Housemother, Mrs. Florence Clemente. November 20, 1955." Signatures and addresses are written on following pages in blue and black ink. The guestbook consists of 62 pages. The second to last image features the green back cover.
General Policies for Student Housing

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white document features a list of general policies that are expected of housemothers and renters to follow. These policies apply to the housing opportunities, not the residence halls. There are rules regarding curfew, overnight absences, and cooking.
Letter in Response to Request for Materials

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white document is referenced in a later letter, this original letter was lost in the post for some time. It details the reasoning for a lack of response, as several of the university employees were either out of town or sick.
North Agnew Hall Guestbook 1955-56

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color guestbook features signatures from 1955-57, containing the names and addresses of those who signed it. The cover is brown leather with the words "Guests" inset in gold into it. This guestbook is from the November 20, 1955 first open house showing of North Agnew Hall and contains all signatures up to November 17, 1957. Signatures and addresses are written on following pages in blue and black ink. The guestbook consists of 66 pages. The last image features the brown back cover.
Student Activities - Fall 1955

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color six page document features a calendar of activities for the Fall 1955 semester. The first page is printed on blue paper and features hand drawn illustrations.
Analysis of Alumni Campaign

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white seven page document features a report of the initial survey of "successful" alumni which will be contacted by the University. The first and last pages are a manila folder.
Chamber of Commerce Newsletter

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color two page document features a Chamber of Commerce newsletter detailing the fund drive in Hays, as well as what the funds are going towards.
Custer Hall Cues 1954-55

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color twenty-four page document features a guide for living in Custer Hall, complete with guidelines, dining rituals, usage of amenities, and maps/details on the building. The front and back page are pink.
Endowment Association Members

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color document features a list of all of the names of those involved with the Endowment Association. A color illustration is at the top.
Endowment Executive Committee and Student Union Finance Committee

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white document features a record of the meeting minutes, including topics discussed.
Forwarded Letter Requesting Funds

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white two page document contains a list of names. The second page features a forwarded letter discussing a request for funds to be given through the Western Kansas Development Association.
Forwarded Letter to Businesses for Fundraising

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white two page document contains a list of businesses. The second page features a forwarded letter discussing the possibility of a large sum of funding being donated to the Union Project by the International Harvester Company.
Memorial Union Fundraising Pamphlet

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This color four page document features a pamphlet detailing the goal of the fundraiser as well as where the money will be going. Color illustrations and black and white photographs are included.
Pledges and Cash Received from Areas - February 12, 1954

Fort Hays Kansas State College

This black and white seven page document features a record of the collections from different areas for the Student Union Building Fund.