Corrin Hall
The construction of Corrin Hall was also part of the Rollins’ Victory Expansion Program that sought to increase the number of administrative and residential buildings to accommodate the returning soldiers after World War II. Specifically, the VEP program aimed “to provide for expanding from 400 to 600 students if Rollins is to do its fair share of the patriotic services expected of all colleges in providing educational opportunities for returning veterans.” Construction of Corrin Hall began on February 22, 1947, under the supervision of architect George E. Spohn and contractor Harry C. Cone. At a capacity of thirty students, it has traditionally been used as women’s dormitory. Mrs. Hattie M. Strong sponsored the construction of the building at a cost of $114,217.66, while the furnishings cost $11,118.06. The building was named for Mrs. Strong’s son, one-time U.S. ambassador to Norway and a Rollins trustee. As Mrs. Strong stated on the day of groundbreaking, “I’ve had quite a mental problem trying to decide whether to donate funds to European relief or give this building. I decided to give Corrin Hall to Rollins because civilization rests on the shoulders of you young people, who should be educated for the great responsibilities of today.”
Sketch of Corrin Hall
