Engineering Building

The Senate Minutes do not reflect an exact date on the completion and opening of this building; however, the following dates are of some significance: 1 June 1899: Committee appointed to approach the Alumni Society to help raise funds toward the construction of the Engineering building. When $10,000 is raised " the Senate would then sanction the erection of the Engineering Building and undertake its construction" (SM 1860-1904, 633). 10 Apr 1900: Plans submitted (SM 659) and approved (SM 661). Dr. George E. Coulthard, long-time UNB professor and alumnus, contributes a "handsome donation" to the building fund (SM 661). 17 Nov 1908: Senate appoints a committee to look at alterations to the Engineering Building. 19 Feb 1946: Extension to building to be completed before January 1947. Committee to proceed with plans and call for tenders (SM6 40). 15 May 1946: Tenders for the Extension received and building will commence (SM6 49). 8 Oct 1946: Construction started, contract awarded to Diamond construction for $79,500, and the addition will be ready for use in the second (Winter) term (SM6 53).