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Allen Hall
Allen Hall is named after former chairman and CEO of Phillips Petroleum Co., Wayne Allen. Allen received a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and a master's degree in industrial engineering and management, both from OSU.
Bost Hall
Bost Hall is named after Oklahoma A&M Graduate, Armon H. Bost. Bost graduated in 1993 with a bachelor's degree in economics. His mother was the first, Jessie Thatcher Bost, was the first woman to graduate from Oklahoma A&M. Bost went on to establish the Midwestern Engine and Equipment Company located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Later, he was inducted into both the OSU Alumni Hall of Fame and the Spears School of Business Hall of Fame.
Bennett Hall
Bennett Hall was named after Henry G. Bennett, OSU’s President for 24 years. It was known as the world’s largest men’s dormitory, as its first occupants were Air Force Recruits that were transferred here due to the flu epidemic in Texas. Later, the hall housed male athletes. In 1970, it became a coed hall.
Booker Hall
In 2005, Booker Hall was named after Tulsa-born, OSU A&M graduate and founder of Aeromet, Inc., Ray Booker. Booker received a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering in 1957. Through all of his success. Booker remained dedicated to advancing OSU's initiatives, exemplified through his involvement in the OSU Foundation and his lifelong commitment as a member of the Alumni Association. His philanthropic spirit illuminated his generous contribution of $1 million to enhance the aviation program, resulting in the establishment of the esteemed Ray and Linda Booker OSU Flight Center.
Gundersen Hall
Built in 1912, Gundersen Hall was named after OSU's head of mathematics from 1909-1938, Carl Gundersen.
Carreker East and West Halls
The Carreker Halls were named after OSU graduate James Carreker. Carreker earned a bachelor's degree in marketing with a minor in mathematics, and later obtained a master's degree in business administration with an emphasis in finance -- both from OSU. He was inducted into he OSU Alumni Hall of Fame in 2010.
Davis Hall
In 2001, Davis Hall was named after OSU's first African American student, Nancy Randolph Davis. In 1999, Davis was honored with the OSU Distinguished Alumni Award, and each February she is celebrated across OSU campuses.
Drummond Hall
Drummond Hall was also built in 1966, after Fred Drummond. “Gent” was a distinguished graduate of OSU, as he went on to be a leading businessman and rancher in Osage County. Throughout his life, Gent was president of OSU’s Alumni Association and charter member of the Board of Regents. He was inducted into Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 2004, and named Oklahoma Cattleman of the Year in 2014. He and his wife are the longest consecutive donors to the University.
Iba Hall
Iba Hall was originally opened as an athletic hall in 1970. It was named after devoted coach and teacher, Henry P. Iba. Iba is thought to be one of the toughest coaches in NCAA history, as he won 767 games—the second-most in college basketball history at the time of his retirement. As OSU's athletic director, he built a program that won 19 national championships in 5 sports (basketball, wrestling, baseball, golf, cross-country) over the years. Today Iba Hall not only houses residence, but also contains the Office of Housing and Residential Life.
Kamm Hall
Kamm Hall is named after Dr. Robert B Kamm, who served as the 13th president of OSU 1966-1977. In 1988, Kamm received the Henry G. Bennett Distinguished Service Award for outstanding citizenship and leadership, Oklahoma State's highest honor. He was inducted into three hall of fames, including the Oklahoma Hall of Fame (1972), the Oklahoma Educators Hall of Fame (1987) and the College of Education Hall of Fame (2000).
Kerr Hall
Drummond Hall's imposing duplicate, Kerr Hall, was built in 1966. It was dedicated to the first Oklahoma-born governor, Robert S. Kerr. In 1956, he was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame.
Morsani-Smith Hall
Morsani-Smith was named after Frank and Carol Morsani, who both hold honorary doctorates from OSU, and are also recipients of the 2005 Henry G. Bennett Award. Moreover, Frank was inducted into the OSU College of Education Hall of Fame in 2000. Though they reside in Tampa, Florida, the two are still giving back to OSU. They have established several scholarships for students, and in 2007, the Morsanis announced a $5 million planned gift to the College of Education that will establish the Frank and Carol Morsani Center for Ethics and Creative Leadership on the Stillwater campus.
Parker Hall
Built in 1962, Parker Hall was named after a Commanche Nation leader Quanah Parker.
Patchin Hall
Patchin Hall was named after 1951 Dean of Women at OSU, Zelma Patchin. She was inducted into the Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame in 1997.
Peterson-Friend Hall
Peterson-Friend is named after Duane Peterson and Jonathon Friend, who were both faculty in the College of Veterinary Medicine. Peterson was named OSU Outstanding Teacher of the Year in 1971 and Outstanding Teacher in the College of Veterinary Medicine four times. Friend is an alumnus of Oklahoma A&M. He was presented the Outstanding Teacher Award in the College of Veterinary Medicine in 1979.
Scott Hall
Scott Hall was built in 1962 after Dr. Angelo Cyrus Scott, after former OSU president and scholar well-versed in philosophy, literature and law. Today, it is an office space for OSU Staff.
Stinchcomb Hall
Stinchcomb Hall is named after OSU alumnus, Glenn Stinchcomb. Stinchcomb graduated with a bachelor's degree in management and later obtained a master's degree in accounting. He received the OSU Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Award in 1988, and just one year later was inducted into the Spears School of Business Hall of Fame.
Stout Hall
In 1949, Stout Hall was built. Named after Julia E. Stout, the Dean of Women from 1928 to 1951. Originally an undergraduate women’s hall, it was converted to a men’s hall in the 1970’s, and then converted to upperclassmen coed housing. Today, it houses students in the Honors College.
Thatcher Hall
In 1925, Thatcher Hall was opened for women. It is named after Jessie Thatcher Bost, the first female graduate of OSU. She served as president of the Oklahoma A&M College Alumni Association. Today, Thatcher Hall is home to the ROTC.
Wentz Hall
Wentz Hall was built as the first and only ten-story building on campus. The Hall was dedicated to philanthropist, civic worker, politician, and sportsman, Louise Haines Wentz. Wentz Hall completes the Scott-Parker-Wentz Triplex.
Zink Hall
Zink Hall is named after an OSU mechanical engineering graduate and founder of Zecco Inc., Jack ZInk. He has received 35 patents for his inventions, and later became the campaign chair for CEAT, He helped the college raise over $21 million for scholarships, professorships and faculty chairs.