Canton in St. Lawrence County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Vilas Hall

Photographed By Robert Rusaw, October 5, 2021

1. Vilas Hall Marker

Inscription.
Homer A. Vilas dedicated much of his life to the welfare of St. Lawrence University. Mr. Vilas graduated from SLU in 1913 and took an immediate interest in improving his alma matter. He joined the Board of trustees in 1929 and served as board president from 1955-68.

Vilas's career in the field of investment banking helped trustees guide the University through one of its most prolific building periods during his chairmanship, including the building that bears his name.

Vilas Hall opened in 1965, served as the heart of University's administrative functions, including the President's office, Deans of the Registrar, University Communications, Human Resources and Office Services among others.

Erected by St. Lawrence University.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1913.

Location. 44° 35.548′ N, 75° 9.733′ W. Marker is in Canton, New York, in St. Lawrence County. Marker is at the intersection of Romoda Drive and St. Lawrence University, on the right when traveling west on Romoda Drive. Located on the campus of St. Lawrence University. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Canton NY 13617, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Atwood Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Richardson Hall

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(about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Gunnison Chapel (about 300 feet away); Herring - Cole Hall (about 400 feet away); Griffiths Arts Center (about 500 feet away); St. Lawrence University (approx. 0.2 miles away); Sykes Hall (approx. 0.2 miles away); Agricultural School (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Canton.

Also see . . .
1. St. Lawrence University. (Submitted on January 9, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
2. St. Lawrence University (Wikipedia). (Submitted on January 9, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)

Photographed By Robert Rusaw, October 5, 2021

2. Vilas Hall

Credits. This page was last revised on January 9, 2022. It was originally submitted on January 7, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. This page has been viewed 188 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 7, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.