Cadet Corps, Stewart Hall, ca. 1898

The Cadet Corps stands with rifles in front of Stewart Hall. Stewart Hall, originally named the Dormitory Building, was the first female dormitory built on campus, completed in 1890. The top level of the building was torn down in the spring of 1959 due to damage from an earthquake, and in the fall of 1966 the name was changed to Stewart Administration until 1974 when it was completely demolished. It was located where the rose garden to the northwest of Morrill Hall is located today. The Morrill Act of 1890 stipulated that theoretical and practical military instruction be a part of the regular coursework of every male student. The government invested great amounts of money in higher education institutions. In return, this agreement allowed for a citizen army to be ready in time of need. Arms and accoutrements were provided by the War Department.