Johnson, SusanPochert, ErinFlathman, Jennifer2023-09-062023-09-062006https://hdl.handle.net/1794/288245 pagesThe construction of Science III in 1973 demonstrates the continued importance of science on the University of Oregon campus. Growth and increased specialization within the science disciplines meant that the departments were rapidly outgrowing the laboratory and classroom spaces in Science I and II. The firm of Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill(SOM) continued the work begun with Science II to create a community of scientists equipped with the latest in technology. The SOM design for Science III sought to maximize the ability of the science departments to grow and utilize modern equipment. As with Science II, the structural frame is located at the perimeter of the building to maximize interior laboratory spaces. To allow for future growth, the reinforced concrete frame has capacity for vertical expansion of two levels. In Science III, brick provides greater harmony with campus buildings than in the earlier science buildings. The brick is clearly veneer and expressed concrete frame is in keeping with the Brutalist design principles. In 1986, the University renamed Science III in honor of Ralph Huestis’ contributions as professor of biology from 1924 to 1962. In 1989, Huestis Hall was connected to the new science complex by way of doors to Streisinger Hall. The science departments have used Huestis continuously since its construction. Currently Huestis Hall houses the Institute of Neuroscience.enCreative Commons BY-NC-ND 4.0-UScultural resources surveyarchitecturehistoryOther