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Roanoke College baseball team.

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Roanoke College football team.

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The Class of 1933 contributed funds for the landscaping and drive that made the “High Street Gateway.” The entrance and subsequent drive were made necessary at the time by the large number of students possessing automobiles as well as increasing…

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The gymnasium shown here was built in 1930 for a total cost of $138,354. The gym was but one component of a large master plan to expand the college’s facilities. Unfortunately, only the gymnasium was completed on time as the Depression stopped…

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Smith Hall, named for a past president of the college, was erected in 1941. Designed by the firm of Eubank and Caldwell in Roanoke, the structure (originally a residence hall for forty women) was built and equipped for a total cost of $50,174.

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Bittle Memorial Library was named for Roanoke College’s early president, Dr. David Bittle. Bittle led the college through its move to Salem and during the Civil War. Bittle was one of three Salem leaders who officially surrendered Salem to the…

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"Administration Building, Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia"

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"Group of buildings, Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia"

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"Library, Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia"

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"Administration Building, Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia near Roanoke"

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"The commons and dormitories. Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia near Roanoke."

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"Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia - President's Home - This Georgian townhouse, official home of the President of Roanoke College, is one of the most elegant residences in western Virginia. Founded in 1842, Roanoke is a liberal arts college for men…

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"Air view, Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia"

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"Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia"

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"Administration Building, Roanoke College, Salem"

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An aerial view of Roanoke College.

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Aerial view of Roanoke College.

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The faculty of Roanoke College pose for a group portrait in front of the Administration Building.

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Sixth President of Roanoke College, Dr. H. Sherman Oberly, is pictured on the right next to an unidentitifed faculty member.

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Members of the Roanoke College Class of 1950 pose for a portrait with faculty members in front of the Administration Building.

Davis 17.11 Alumni Gymnasium.jpg
A rendering by Frye and Stone Architects of the Alumni Gymnasium at Roanoke College.

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Fintel Library at Roanoke College.

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Fintel Library at Roanoke College.

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Central to the campus of Roanoke College, the Administration Building was the first structure on campus, completed in 1848. Over the years, East and West wings were added.

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Aerial view of Roanoke College.
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