Benedict Hall

Benedict Hall (abbreviated BEN) is a building located on the South Mall of the University of Texas at Austin campus, in Austin, Texas, United States.[1][2] The five-floor, 38,580 square foot building is located along 21st Street, near Littlefield Fountain.[1][3]

Benedict Hall
Benedict Hall, with Littlefield Fountain in the foreground
General information
Town or cityAustin, Texas
CountryUnited States
Coordinates30.2840°N 97.7390°W / 30.2840; -97.7390
Completed1952

History

Built in 1951 and named after mathematics professor and university president H. Y. Benedict, the building was completed in 1952 and was originally home to the Department of Mathematics.[4][5] It has also been used for the psychology department.[6]

References
  1. "Building Details – Benedict Hall (BEN – 0081)". University of Texas. Retrieved May 25, 2020.
  2. Dettmer, David (December 4, 2012). The Texas Book Two: More Profiles, History, and Reminiscences of the University. University of Texas Press. p. 38. ISBN 9780292749849. Retrieved May 25, 2020.
  3. "Structures Kindle Flame of U.T. Heritage". The Alcalde. 58 (7): 19. March 1970. Retrieved May 25, 2020.
  4. "Benedict Hall". The Alcalde. Emmis Communications. 71 (3): 11. January–February 1983. Retrieved March 27, 2011.
  5. Parker, John (2005). R.L. Moore: Mathematician and Teacher. MAA. p. 276. ISBN 9780883855508. Retrieved May 25, 2020.
  6. The Alcalde. 62. September 1973. p. 15. Retrieved May 25, 2020.
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