| Brief History: | The old Physical Education
Building had become outdated and outgrown.
Construction began in 1962 to build a new facility that meet the demands of the expanding
university. The complex was completed in the summer of 1963. It consisted of classrooms,
offices, locker rooms, two activity rooms and a gymnasium that could seat 3,500 people. The
building was mainly used by the Physical Education and Athletics Department during the 1960's
and 1970's. It was also the site for most major events on campus including the annual Carnicus,
commencements, basketball games, concerts, etc. In 1973, construction on an adjacent field
house was initiated and completed in 1975. In 1994, the field house was officially named the
Kathleen and Tom Elam Center. |
