Aubrey K. Lucas Administration Building facts for kids
The Aubrey K. Lucas Administration Building is a very important building at the University of Southern Mississippi. It is named after Dr. Aubrey K. Lucas, who was a popular and long-serving president of the university. This building holds many important offices, including the main office for the university's president.
The building was finished in 1930.
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The Dome: A University Symbol
What is The Dome?
Inside the Aubrey K. Lucas Administration Building, you'll find a special area called "The Dome." Students and staff at the University of Southern Mississippi often use this name. You can see it right in front of you when you enter the campus from Hardy Street.
Why is The Dome Important?
The Dome part of the building is a big symbol for the university. It is shown clearly on the official seal of Southern Miss. It is also the main logo for the university's non-sports activities.
A fountain was built in front of The Dome in 1972.
Building Through Challenges: Hurricane Katrina
In 2005, a very strong storm called Hurricane Katrina caused a lot of damage to the building. After the hurricane, the copper parts on the dome were replaced. This made the dome look new again, just like it did when it was first built. Over time, copper usually turns green, but now it looks shiny and new.
Keeping the Building Strong: 2015 Work
In September 2015, a big project began to fix the building's foundation and outside parts. This work was expected to take about two years. It cost around $2.55 million to make sure the building stays strong and beautiful.
