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36-1045: Evans Hall is a common name for buildings on college and university campuses. Colleges which have (or had) an Evans Hall include: Agnes Scott College Becker College Berry College Carleton College Connecticut College Emory University Florida Institute of Technology Gordon College (Massachusetts) Henderson State University Indiana Wesleyan University Loma Linda University Mississippi State University (dormitory, 1964–2014) Ohio State University Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Point Loma Nazarene University Prairie View A&M University Ripon College Simmons College Southwestern Adventist University Sterling College University of Central Oklahoma University of Delaware University of California, Berkeley University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign University of Oklahoma University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh Wilkes University Topics referred to by

72-652: A filming location for many productions. Complaints by students and alumni about disrespectful production crews and about sexist content in nonetheless rental-income-generating projects such as Road Trip: Beer Pong and Van Wilder: Freshman Year led to a new policy that requires school review of potential projects, responsibility training for crew members and extras, and at least one educational opportunity for students. 33°46′13″N 84°17′36″W  /  33.77016°N 84.29325°W  / 33.77016; -84.29325 United States Trade and Development Agency The U.S. Trade and Development Agency ( USTDA )

108-445: A majority of students are encouraged to live on campus. Thus, most students are expected to live in on-campus housing for all four years as an undergraduate at Agnes Scott College. However, the proportion of commuter students has increased (from 15.6 to 18.0 percent between the 2014–2015 and 2019–2020 academic year) due to limited housing caused from an increase in the student population (from 849 to 986 total students) and renovations to

144-571: A planetarium with 70-seat capacity and a radio telescope. Recently Agnes Scott College and the Georgia Tech Research Institute have collaborated on a project that added a LIDAR facility to the observatory. The college's science building, the Bullock Science Center, contains a three-story rendering of part of the nucleotide sequence from Agnes Scott's mitochondrial DNA. The DNA came from a blood sample of an ASC alumna who

180-411: A wide variety of sectors, although projects in the transportation and energy and power sectors account for 43% of the funding in 2008. In 2008, USTDA obligated over a total of $ 46 million in support of projects in 66 host counties around the world, including 67 technical assistance activities, 41 feasibility studies, and 24 orientation visits. In 2010, President Barack Obama signed an executive order,

216-550: Is 170 by 50 feet. It is made from Indiana limestone and is three stories high. The building faces west and has a large veranda which stretches along the front of the building. Jennie D, Inman Hall was gifted to Agnes Scott College by Samuel. M. Inman in memory of his wife, Jennie D. Inman. Built in 1923, the Anna Young Alumnae House is dedicated to former science professor and Agnes Scott alumnae, Anna Irwin Young . Originally

252-472: Is a direct descendant of the college's namesake. Agnes Scott has committed to becoming a carbon-neutral institute by the college's 150th anniversary in 2039 and has taken steps such as partnering with the Clean Air Campaign to reduce its impact on the local environment. As of 2015 , the college has five solar arrays, four of which are part of Georgia Power's Advanced Solar Initiative. The fifth array

288-483: Is an independent agency of the United States government , formed in 1992 to advance economic development and U.S. commercial interests in developing and middle income countries. The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) was created under the (22 U.S.C. §2421) to "promote United States private sector participation in development projects in developing and middle-income countries" and to "provide opportunities for

324-431: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Architectural disambiguation pages Agnes Scott College The college was founded in 1889 as Decatur Female Seminary by Presbyterian minister Frank Henry Gaines. In 1890, the name was changed to Agnes Scott Institute to honor the mother of the college's primary benefactor, Col. George Washington Scott . The name

360-522: Is located at the center of "the main loop" and is a one among many Agnes Scott buildings that was listed in the National Register of Historic Places . Main was built in 1891, making it the oldest building on campus. Main once housed the entire school. This is documented in the history of Agnes Scott by McNair titled Lest We Forget published in 1983. As technology became more advanced so did Main. Main Hall

396-614: Is located within walking distance of downtown Decatur. A MARTA subway station, located in downtown Decatur, and bus stops allows students to travel to the greater Atlanta area. Agnes Scott occupies more than 90 acres (360,000 m ) in Decatur. The college also owns the Avery Glen apartments as well as more than a dozen houses in the surrounding neighborhoods housing faculty, staff, and students. There are also six dedicated undergraduate dormitories located on campus. American poet Robert Frost

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432-604: Is on the rooftop of the Bradley Observatory and is also used for student research. The renovation of Campbell Hall into a mixed use residence hall, learning center, and office space was concluded in 2014 and included installation of a hydro-geothermic HVAC system. The college also hosts a Zipcar . Agnes Scott offers 34 undergraduate majors and 9 graduate and post-baccalaureate programs. The undergraduate core curriculum SUMMIT focuses on leadership development, global learning, and digital literacy. In 2019, Agnes Scott received

468-739: Is to "promote economic growth in developing and middle income countries, while simultaneously helping American businesses to export their products and services, thereby creating U.S. jobs". USTDA's programs are designed to help countries establish a favorable trading environment and a modern infrastructure that promotes sustainable economic development. According to USTDA, the agency's development assistance has always involved building partnerships between U.S. companies and overseas project sponsors to bring proven private-sector solutions to developmental challenges. As part of its programs, USTDA funds various forms of technical assistance, early investment analysis, training, orientation visits, and business workshops in

504-612: The Alumnae House was a central gathering place for ASC alumnae. The house and bedrooms are now used as a campus guest house. Behind the house is the Alumnae Garden which houses a statue honoring Robert Frost. The Anna Young Alumnae House underwent renovations from 2005 until 2009, after which it was re-opened. The Bradley Observatory at Agnes Scott houses the Beck Telescope, a 30-inch (760 mm) Cassegrain reflector , as well as

540-459: The Heiskell Award for Scholars as Drivers of Innovation for its SUMMIT curriculum. SUMMIT at Agnes Scott is split into six areas of focus: Undergraduate students are able to cross-register in other ARCHE member institutions. Its most popular undergraduate majors, based on 2021 graduates, were: The library at Agnes Scott College was an original Carnegie library built in 1910. The building

576-680: The International Development Cooperation Agency (IDCA) – an "umbrella agency tasked with coordinating U.S. development assistance programs." RDP was carved out as a "separate part" of IDCA and re-named the Trade and Development Program (TDP) to "further underscore the link between private sector and U.S. development activities." Congress codified these actions in 1981. In 1988, in the Omnibus Foreign Trade and Competitiveness Act , Congress again reaffirmed its support of

612-524: The TDA." USTDA’s charter has not changed much since its establishment in 1992, with the exception of a 1999 Congressional designation of energy, transportation, telecommunications and environment as "special emphasis…economic sectors with significant United States export potential". The agency's legal basis is section 661 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended (22 USC 2421). USTDA's mission

648-542: The TDP and its dual missions by making the program a separate component agency within the IDCA, headed by a presidential appointee. The complete separation from USAID was underscored by transferring to TDP a tied aid credits program earlier administered by USAID that was meant to assist U.S. companies competing against subsidized foreign competition. Congress also made clear its intention that "The Trade and Development Program should serve as

684-449: The amount of funding available, [Congress] is not only demonstrating its support for the program, but acknowledging the increased need for its services." USTDA’s independence and character were again reaffirmed when Congress said it "would expect that the increase in TDA’s authorization will discourage attempts by other agencies and departments within the executive branch to duplicate the work of

720-557: The areas of trade capacity building and sector development, and project definition and investment analysis. USTDA works closely with other federal agencies to advance host country development objectives, but unlike U.S. Agency for International Development ( USAID ), USTDA gives preference to projects that promote the export of U.S. goods and services. Most USTDA projects are located in Africa, Latin America, and Asia. The agency's activities span

756-604: The end of the 1970’s, however, there was a growing sense in Congress that the U.S. private sector should be more active in development programs. In 1978, Congress directed AID to increase emphasis on U.S. private sector involvement in development assistance." In 1980 and 1981, the United States Agency for International Development and the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) were linked in

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792-499: The first President of Agnes Scott, formally known as Decatur Female Seminary School, for 27 years (1896–1923). During his 27-year presidency, he ensured stability and success for the school, including the transition to the collegiate level, accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools , acquisition of 20 acres of land and 21 buildings and an increase in assets from $ 5,000 to $ 1.5 million. Agnes Scott College

828-409: The office of financial aid, and the office of admissions. The second and third floors are used as student housing. Jennie D. Inman Hall, known commonly as Inman Hall, was built in 1911 and is the oldest building at Agnes Scott College which is used exclusively for student housing. In 1985, Inman had major renovations and the third floor was converted into study spaces for students. Jennie D. Inman Hall

864-514: The primary Federal agency to provide information to persons in the private sector concerning trade and development and export promotion related to bilateral development projects." The 1992 Jobs Through Exports Act renamed TDP as the Trade and Development Agency and revised and expanded its mission, charter and authorities. In taking these actions, Congress described USTDA as "one of the most successful government export promotion programs," and increased USTDA’s budget authorization, saying "by increasing

900-569: The residence halls. There are six resident halls situated around the Northern edge of the campus: Winship, Walters, Inman, Rebekah, Campbell and Agnes Scott Hall (nicknamed "Main"). There are over 60 student organizations on campus. Sororities are prohibited. The college hosts several student publications, including The Silhouette , the college's yearbook published annually, and The Aurora , Agnes Scott's literary magazine, and The Profile , Agnes Scott newspaper. All students are invited to join

936-416: The same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Evans Hall . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Evans_Hall&oldid=918295324 " Category : Disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description

972-841: The staff. Agnes Scott is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III which fields six sports teams including basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball. All teams compete in the Collegiate Conference of the South (CCS). Agnes Scott was named as one of the Colleges That Change Lives (CTCL). U.S. News & World Report ' s 2023 rankings include: Princeton Review 's 2023 rankings include: The college's campus has been used in many films and televisions shows: The campus has been

1008-495: The stage where they no longer need to rely on concessional financing for their further development." Though well-intentioned, RDP became lost in USAID’s mission and culture of international economic and humanitarian assistance. The Congressional Research Service described the problem as follows: "…AID’s expenditures for [RDP program] activities linking U.S. business to development in 1976 and 1977 fell to only about $ 1 million annually. By

1044-465: The undergraduate student body were: 0.1% American Indian or Alaskan Native, 6.0% Asian, 35.3% Black or African American, 34.4% White, 12.5% Hispanic/Latino, 2.4% non-resident Alien, 5.4% two or more races, and 2.3% other or unknown. 61.3% of undergraduates that year were from Georgia. Given Agnes Scott's emphasis on "mak[ing] lifelong friends, shar[ing] unforgettable experiences, discover[ing] meaningful places and find[ing] belonging in [their] community,"

1080-668: The use of United States exports." With these Congressional mandates, USTDA’s dual mission is unique among foreign assistance agencies: while the Agency promotes outcomes in infrastructure and economic development, it is mandated to help create American jobs through exports. USTDA’s roots date to the 1970’s, when the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) coordinated a government-wide "Reimbursable Development Program" (RDP) to provide foreign countries continued access to U.S. development advice, U.S. technical assistance, U.S. equipment, and U.S. technology "even after they have reached

1116-462: The west end of Rebekah Scott Hall. The gazebo has been used as an office, meeting room, meditation chapel, and the Day Student Hut. Built in 1906, Rebekah Scott Hall is the second oldest building remaining at Agnes Scott College. Rebekah Scott Hall cost $ 70,000 to build. It is named after George Washington Scott's wife, Rebekah Butcher Scott. The first floor of Rebekah Scott Hall contains offices,

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1152-402: Was changed again to Agnes Scott College in 1906 and remains today a women's college . Agnes Scott is considered the first higher education institution in the state of Georgia to receive regional accreditation. The ninth and current president since July 2018 is Leocadia I. Zak , who previously worked as director of the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA). On July 27, 1994, the campus

1188-448: Was demolished in 1986. A new library was authorized by the board of trustees in 1935 and opened in the fall of 1936. This new library was called the "Carnegie Library" and the original library was turned into a student center. It was renamed in 1951 for James McCain, on the occasion of his retirement as the 2nd President of the college. In 1974-1977 and again in 1999–2000, the library underwent renovations. The fall of 2023 ethnicities of

1224-581: Was first invited to speak at Agnes Scott in 1935, by English professor Emma May Laney , and he visited the college every winter from 1945 until his death in 1963. During his visits, he would read poetry in Presser Hall. A statue of the poet sculpted by George W. Lundeen sits in the alumnae gardens. A collection of Robert Frost's poetry and letters can be viewed on the second floor of the McCain Library. Agnes Scott (Main) Hall, named after Agnes Irvine Scott,

1260-610: Was listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the South Candler Street-Agnes Scott College Historic District . The historic district boundaries are East College Ave., South McDonough St., S. Candler St., East Hill St. and East Davis St. It includes the entire campus, as well as historic homes adjacent to the campus. The campus is also designated by the City of Decatur as a historic district. The Reverend Frank Henry Gaines served as

1296-450: Was the first building on campus and in the neighborhood to have electric lighting. Some say that people would gather outside of Main at night just to admire the light shining within the building. Built in 1891, the Gazebo at Agnes Scott college has served a multitude of purposes throughout the years. It was originally located in front of Agnes Scott (Main) Hall, however in 1926 it was moved to

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