April 8, 1959, a crowd gathers for the groundbreaking ceremony for the new administration building. Completed in 1960, it was first called the Tacoma-Pierce Administration Building, but was later renamed in honor of Philip E. Hauge, who worked at the college from 1920 to 1976.
Construction begins on the new Tacoma-Pierce Administration Building. Completed in 1960, it was later renamed for Philip E. Hauge, an employee at the college from 1920 to 1960.
Tacoma Mayor Ben Hanson and the Chairman of the Pierce County Commissioners Harry Sprinker receive honorary keys to the Tacoma-Pierce Administration Building from President Seth Eastvold at the building's dedication on October 16, 1960.
In 1960, Joe Greco, President Eastvold, and Florence Quest stand with shovels ready at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Columbia Center.
Construction work begins on Pflueger Hall. Completed in 1962 as a men's dormitory, it was named for long-time professor of religion J.P. Pflueger.
