Compton Union Building (CUB) Interior ca. 1960

Compton Union Building (CUB) Interior ca. 1960

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A photograph of the Governor's Reception inside the Compton Union Building ballroom, WSU building #63. Alternating men and women in formal attire lock arms in dance. The ballroom's hardwood floors and recessed overhead lights are visible in the foreground. Designed by John Maloney in modern functional style, the Compton Union Building (CUB) was built in 1951 at a cost of $3 million and named for Wilson Compton, WSU President 1944 to 1951. The CUB was financed by the Regents through bond issues totaling $2,613,000, with the remaining funds contributed by the Associated Students (ASSCW). In 1969, a major renovation added an additional floor to the building including hotel rooms.

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ca. 1960

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