Tobey-Kendel Hall
History
Tobey-Kendel Hall was originally constructed as a Women's Residence Hall. It was completed in 1936, and then remodeled over the years to serve primarily as a dining hall. Tobey-Kendel was constructed under a project that included Snyder and Sabin Halls. This construction project was federally aided by the U.S. President F.D. Roosevelt's RFC & PWA programs. The building was renovated as part of the Central Campus Renovation Project.
Named for
This central campus dining hall is named for two of the school's female professors. Frances Tobey was a professor of English and a drama instructor from 1906-1937. She also served as the dean of women students. Elizabeth H. Kendel was a professor of mathematics who served the institution from 1893-1938.
Current Use
Student Dining Hall, Dining Services Office, Residence Life Office
Building Stats
GSF: 46,388 ASF: 36,363
Original Architect: F. W. Ireland, Jr.
Addition Architect: Robert F. Linstedt (1958)
Renovation Architect: Anderson Mason Dale
Fund: Auxiliary