Clara Dickson Hall, University dormitory at Cornell University North Campus, US.
Clara Dickson Hall is a student residence on Cornell University's North Campus designed in colonial style with red brick construction and a C-shaped layout. The building houses single, double, and triple rooms along corridors with shared bathrooms, while common areas include lounges, kitchens, and laundry facilities on each floor.
The building was constructed in 1946 originally as a women-only residence hall and was later opened to all students. It was named after Clara, the mother of Andrew Dickson White, Cornell University's founding president.
The Multicultural Living Learning Unit occupies two floors and provides students with spaces to explore different identities through academic programs and social gatherings. Residents engage regularly in discussions and cultural exchange within these designated areas.
Each room features an extra-long twin bed, closet, dresser, desk with chair and lamp for basic comfort. Shared facilities such as lounges, kitchens, and laundry rooms are conveniently located on each floor for all residents to use.
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg lived in this residence hall during her first year at Cornell University. Her stay marks a notable chapter in the history of the hall and the institution.
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