Wiegand Hall was known as the Food Technology Building when it was built. Food processing, canning, freezing, taste testing, and food research took place within the building.
The building was originally built as Snell Hall, a women's dorm. It later became Extension Hall around 1958. Today it is known as Ballard Extension Hall.
The photo shows John Bennes in Kerr Library's new addition. The addition to the library was Bennes' first design project for Oregon State. Pictured are Miss Lewis; Mrs. Sackett (Board of Higher Education); Mr. John Bennes (architect); and Dr. Byrne…