The first building, which anchors Southeasterns Magnolia-lined campus mall, was constructed in 1910 on the site of Dr. J. L. Schulers peach orchard at a cost of $94,385. Opened in January 1911, the facility greatly enhanced Southeastern Normal . . . — — Map (db m276995) HM
Reflecting a decade of growth and progress, in 1921 President Henry Garland Bennett hosted the formal dedication of Southeasterns new education building. The James Earl Russell Memorial Building was named in honor of Bennetts major professor at . . . — — Map (db m276996) HM
On April 1st, 1928, Oklahoma Governor Henry S. Johnston visited campus and delivered a speech opening Southeasterns new library. Built at a cost of $114,000, the Greco-Roman structure consisted of three floors and a mezzanine. After a fire in 1934 . . . — — Map (db m276997) HM
In 1917, Governor Robert L. Williams sent an executive request to the legislature asking for funds to build campus homes for the presidents of Oklahomas six regional normal schools. Williams was successful, and by the Spring of 1918, President T. . . . — — Map (db m276998) HM
