History of College Buildings/Mears Cottage

Constructed: 1888; renovated 1904,1916, 1920,1957, 1986.

Architect: C.D. Marvin, New York

Cost: $14,719

Initial Functions: Served as a ladies dormitory for 28 students. Later housed Office of Admission, Financial Aid, and Career Development. Currently houses faculty offices for the departments of English and History.