Alter Hall, 1959-1960, undated
Scope and Contents
This folder contains: 1. Announcements of the new classroom building, Alter Hall; 2. Correspondence pertaining to the construction of Alter Hall; 3. Memorial possibilities in the new Alter Hall; 4. Groundbreaking (May 16, 1959); 5. Dedication Planning Committee documents; 6. Dedication ceremony (December 4, 1960).
Dates
- Creation: 1959-1960
- Creation: undated
Creator
- From the Collection: Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio) (Organization)
Restrictions on Access
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Biographical / Historical
Alter Hall (the Alter Classroom Building) is located on the east side of the Academic Mall between Bellarmine Chapel and the McDonald Library. It was named in honor of Karl J. Alter, the Archbishop of Cincinnati. Built at a cost of $1,175,000.00, the groundbreaking ceremony took place on May 16, 1959. It was dedicated and blessed by Archbishop Alter on December 4, 1960. The facility opened for classes on February 1, 1961.
Alter Hall originally contained 32 classrooms, Kelly Auditorium (which seated about 300) and the offices of the Deans, Academic Vice President, Registrar, Evening School, Graduate College and some departmental chairs. Classroom use closed in 2012 for extensive renovation which actually began in 2014. Reopening is planned for September, 2015.
Extent
From the Collection: 6.67 Linear Feet (16 boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the University Archives and Special Collections, Xavier University Library Repository