This is an exterior shot of Clare Hall taken in about 1977.
"Alverno College. Clare Hall."
With the resident student population quickly outgrowing Corona Hall, construction of the second residence hall at the new Alverno campus began in 1956. The new residence hall was named Clare Hall to honor Saint Clare of Assisi.
St. Clare held a special significance for the School Sisters of Saint Francis. Clare was the feminine counterpart to the ministry of Francis of Assisi, the namesake of the School Sisters of Saint Francis order. Clare’s devotion, humility and love for Christ and St. Francis made her a beacon for other women hoping to lead a religious life. She would soon become the foundress to the first order of sisters under St. Francis’ care, the Poor Clares. They would follow and share the teachings of Saint Francis with women choosing to lead a religious life.
Even though construction wasn't quite complete, due to overcrowding in Corona Hall, Clare Hall opened for juniors and seniors in January 1957.
Saint Clare of Assisi
