Harrelson Hall

Item information

Title:

Harrelson Hall

Description:

Harrelson Hall, the first cylindrical building to ever be built on a university campus, was built in 1961. It is named after John William Harrelson (1885-1955), who was the first North Carolina State University alumnus to serve as chief executive of the University. He graduated in 1909 with a degree in mechanical engineering and was valedictorian of his class. In addition to serving as chief executive, he also taught in the mathematics department and as college archivist.

Topics:

Campus and Town

Subjects:

Universities and colleges

Original Format:

Digital photograph, color

Item identifier:

funk_harrelsonHall2

Photographer:

Funkhouser, Edward T. more info on Funkhouser, Edward T. (Edward Truman), 1946- 

Created Date:

2004-01-24

Genre:

Architectural photographs

Names:

Harrelson, J. W. (John William), 1885-1955 more info on Harrelson, J. W. (John William), 1885-1955 
North Carolina State University more info on North Carolina State University 
North Carolina State University -- Buildings more info on North Carolina State University -- Buildings 

Location:

Raleigh (N.C.)

Digital Project:

Edward T. Funkhouser Photographs