Academics and engineering adtninistration. Formerly called Engineering Building. Southwest wing completed Spring 1960; cost $377,983; North wing, joining Holden Hall, completed Summer 1962; cost $529,100. Total building contains 72,375 sq. ft.
Earle Bertram Norris (1882-1966) was Dean of the School of Engineering from 1928 to 1952 and Director of the Engineering Experiment Station from 1932 to 1952. An engineer, educator, administrator, and author, Norris worked professionally in the industrial field, taught mechanical engineering, and served as an engineering dean before becoming dean of engineering at VPI. His service as a lieutenant colonel in World War I drew praise from Gen. John J. Pershing. At VPI, the president considered him indispensable. He chaired the Administrative Council, doubled the curricula in engineering, and co-wrote three textbooks.
Address: Turner Street | Map Grid: L-4
Originally Built: 1962 | Abbreviation: NOR