Douglas D. Schumann Library & Learning Commons: Institute History: 1971-1990

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Archival Collection 10: Institute Publications, Series 1: Newspapers and Publications
Archival Collection 10: Institute Publications, Series 7: Alumni Register/Directory
Clifford, Joseph P. A Century of Honesty, Energy, Economy, System: Wentworth Institute of Technology, 1904-2004. Wentworth Institute of Technology 2004.

Institute History

This page documents the Institute's history as reflected in historical materials housed in the Wentworth University Archives. This information is not an extensive history of the Institute, but a starting point for research. Compiling the Institute's history is an ongoing project, therefore, information may be incomplete. The materials used in compiling this information have been cited at the bottom of each page. For access to, or more information about archival material, please contact the archivist.

Included on this page is information about the following topics as they pertain to the Institute between 1971-1990:

Campus Building and Expansion
Notable People (content to be added)
Sports (content to be added)
Student Activities and Extracurriculars (content to be added)

Campus Buildings and Expansion

Baker Hall

Built in 1971 by Austin Company architects, Baker Hall has always served the Wentworth students as a dormitory. The building was formally designated Baker Hall in 1972. Baker Hall was the Institute’s first brand-new dormitory. The construction signaled a shift in from commuter students to residential students. Baker Hall contained 282 beds.