POWELL-NORTON HALL
An all male, four-story building sharing common facilities, including a front desk, with Stevenson and Lincoln Halls.
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History:
Lincoln and Powell-Norton Halls were completed in 1951. Powell-Norton was renamed in April 2022 to honor Zella Powell and Ona Norton. Zella Powell is believed to be EIU's first Black graduate, earning a degree from Eastern State Normal School in 1910. Ona Norton was the matriarch of a cherished Black family in Charleston, IL. in the 1950' s, in a time when it was difficult for students of color to find off-campus housing in Charleston.
| Quick Facts | |
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| Location: | East of Student Recreation Center |
| Hall Type: | All male |
| Capacity: | 80 Residents |
| Room Types: | |
| A/C: | Yes |
| Floors: | 4 Residential Floors |
| Break Periods: | Break Housing Offered |
| Staff: |
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| Desk Hours of Operation: |
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. to Midnight |
| Front Desk Number | 217-581-5551 |
| Mailing Address | Room # Powell-Norton 280 Grant Ave. Charleston, IL 61920-3354 |
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Amenities:
- Direct Internet Connection in Room
- Wireless Internet
- Community Kitchenettes
- Semi-Private Bathrooms
- TV Lounge
- Study Lounges on each floor
- Vending Machines
- Cable Television Service
- Laundry Facilities on the ground floor
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