Marshall University - Chief Justice Yearbook (Huntington, WV)

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This might bo tho view ol Smith Hall ono would havo if sitting in tho shad© of on© of th© many tro©s on campus Marshall's library gives the campus a traditional, formal look.

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What appears to be a ghostly figure In a window of Old Main Is actually only a mannequin In a Theater Department storeroom. Harris Hall, in the background, is ono of tho newer buildings on campus. Buildings add to campus beauty SOME of the 27 buildings on Marshall's G0-aere campus have retainec the oldness of the past century, while others have the modern architectural design of the 20th century. The most recent addition to campus was the 1981 completion of the Cam Henderson Center. The multi purpose facility's main attractions were the arena. Olympic size pool, training room and auxiliary gyms. The Science building began renovations in 1982 and the completion date was to be 1985. The Student Housing Office and Residence Life Office maintained six residence halls which housed approximately 2,150 students The James E Morrow Library had 348.296 volumes and received more than 2.700 periodical subscriptions. The library re-carpeted the main floor in 1984. The Kurzwell Reading Machine for blind students was another addition to the library. But perhaps the most heard of addition was the 18 carillon of bells donated by C.l. Thornburg. Marshall alumnae. The bells rang on the half hour and played tunes such as Amazing Grace’ and “How Great Thou Art ” The James E. Morrow library it ono of tho buildings that hat earned Marshall the reputation as one of the most beautiful universities In the region. 20 Campus Buildings

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Green adorns MCI MARSHALL'S attractive setting helped to bring many students to its campus which was located in the Ohio Valley 13 miles from the Kentucky border It took less than 10 minutes to walk from one end of campus to the other. The many oak. maple, and black walnut trees enhanced the atmosphere and attracted many squirrels. Marshall allowed for easy access to most buildings and was the most accessible campus in the state for the handicapped. Photographer Marilyn Haye poses the Malysian Students for a group picture at the ODK Circle. Students stroll down the sidewalk near the residence halls. 22—Campus Warm «oathor encouraged students X participate outdoor intramural activities like bca:h volleyball on the field beside Twin Towors.