As one of the United States first college unions, this Gothic structure was modeled after Hart House at the University of Toronto and bears the name of a Cornell alumnus whose wife was instructed to use his money,”...to make Cornell a more human place.” It is now considered to be the hub of the university campus activities.
Willard Straight Hall supports the events and functions of the many units within the Office of the Dean of Students and building services such as:
WSH Front Desk Services include:
At 103,000 square feet, and 6 floors, the Straight also is home to the Administrative Office of the Dean of Students, Kent Hubbell, as well as Dining Facilities, (Ivy Room, Okenshields, Cascadeli) and the Cornell Cinema.
WSH also holds the WSH Art Gallery, the International Lounge, Music/TV Room, the 5th Floor Lounge, 3 meeting Rm. Lofts, and the North Room (a dance studio).
This introduction sessions will provide an opportunity for the Cornell Community to learn more about the multicultural Greek community, it's organizations and opportunities for membership.
A meeting for all chapter presidents to discuss new and current policies as well as encourage dialogue between the various representatives of the Greek community at Cornell.