Stephen F Austin State University - Stone Fort Yearbook (Nacogdoches, TX)

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A tradition of growth and change Stephen F. Austin State Univer- sity is located in Nacogdoches, Texas, a town referred to as the oldest town in Texas, and stands strong and beautiful after 64 years. Since being founded on September 18, 1923, SFA has become a university of strength, growth and change. Students, faculty, parents as well as other visitors are able to see its strength and beauty while driving down Vista Drive. While observing the campus, one will encounter the Austin Building, the first original structure, which houses the adminis- trative offices. Although the University was officially founded on September 18, 1923, the construction of the Austin Building was not yet completed, and classes were held elsewhere. Several classes were held at the Nacogdoches High School which is now the middle school. A wooden structure was also built on the campus and was known to some as the shack . The Austin Building was finally completed on May 1, 1924. The year 1924 brought on the con- struction of the first dorm, Wisely, and the Thomas J. Rusk Building. The main campus, which includes close to 400 acres, belonged to the homestead of the late Thomas J. Rusk. In 1936 the reconstruction of the original Stone Fort was completed. The Stone Fort now stands as a special landmark as well as a museum on the campus. Two years later, the Chemistry Building opened its doors to students. One can see the beauty and history in the buildings on the campus of SFA and understand the importance they have brought to this University. University Center Greg Patterson Musk Building Greg Patterson Stone Fort Museum Greg Patterson Stephen F. Austin Building 28 - A tradition of growth and change University Center Music Building Stone Fort Museum

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