Dedicated to a distinguished educator, Hitchcock Hall stands as a testament to engineering excellence at the University of Washington. Let’s delve into the story of this building and the man it honors.
Hitchcock Hall, located at 1555 Northeast Pacific Street, is more than just a building. It’s a hub of learning and innovation. Completed in 1982, Hitchcock Hall bears the imprint of The Richardson Associates. Phillip Lee Jacobson served as the Partner-in-Charge for Hitchcock Hall.
Before Hitchcock Hall stood here, the land was vacant. In 1967, Embury A. Hitchcock was honored when Hitchcock Hall was dedicated. Embury A. Hitchcock was a professor in 1893. Later he became the Dean of the College of Engineering from 1920 to 1936. The building serves as an extension to the Civil Aeronautical Engineering Building.
Inside Hitchcock Hall you will find classrooms equipped with advanced technology. Room 132, for example, features an audio/video bridge and automated Panopto recorder. A digital document camera enhances presentations and learning. The room also contains 125 tablet armchairs that are fixed to the floor. Chalk boards line the walls ready to capture ideas.
Hitchcock Hall isn’t just about classrooms. The building buzzes with activity. Students gather here to study.
Hitchcock Hall stands as a vital part of the University of Washington. Its classrooms foster collaboration. Its history honors a man who shaped engineering education. As you leave Hitchcock Hall, remember the legacy of Embury A. Hitchcock. Consider the countless students who have passed through its doors. They are now engineers shaping our world.