Athens State College - Columns Yearbook (Athens, AL)

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LIBRARY Erected in 1946, the Athens College Library, a two-story brick building, adjoins Founders Hall. The book collection now totals about 20,000 volumes with annual additions averaging 2,000. Over 400 per- iodicals are received through purchase and gift subscription. The li- brary contains the best source materials in each area of study of the liberal arts program. During 1955-56 definite steps were taken toward building a collection of local historical interest, including letters, manuscripts, and other material. 10

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DINING HALL The kitchen and dining room, located on the first floor of Houston Hall, are modern and spacious. The preparation of food is under the direction of a trained dietitian. The food is served from a well-equipped steam table. Guests are invited to join students and faculty for meals.

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HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION BUILDING Erected in 1918 through the efforts of students and the trustees, this building has a gymnasium which is used for the physical education classes and a swimming pool. The office of the Director of Physical Education is located in this building. The Annex contains a large classroom in addition to an equipment storage room and the office of the Athletic Coach. n