The Tower was constructed from funds provided by University friends and alumni and has brass memorial and commemorative plaques, an electric carillon, and the University seal. The opening of this structure in the central campus in 1952 fulfilled a long-time dream of J.W. Jones, sixth president of the University. In 1966, an addition on the north more than doubled the size of the building. During 1998-2000 the entire facility underwent a complete renovation and reconfiguration of spaces. Residence Halls Located in three areas on campus are 12 structures providing lounges, recreation rooms, laundry facilities, and living quarters for many students.
Some residence halls are coed facilities, with women in one section and men in another.
The four High Rise Residence Halls are seven-story buildings located on the northwest side of campus. During 1999-2000, these connected structures were completely redesigned and renovated to eliminate the traditional dormitory arrangements. Roberta Hall was completely renovated during the 1993-94 academic year. Also located in the northeast wing basement of Hudson Hall is Textbook Services. University Conference Center Opened in 1966 as the Taylor Commons dining hall, this facility now serves as a conference center to accommodate teleconferences, seminars, meetings, workshops, dinner theatre and banquets.