Elliott School of International Affairs Building Residence Hall
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Building
Address: 1957 E Street, N.W.
Square and lot, bordering streets: NA (E, F, 19th, 20th)
Architect: SmithGroup of Washington
Date of construction: 2001-02
Original owner: The George Washington University
Description: Groundbreaking took place September 5, 2000 and the project was completed in September 2002. The Residences at 1957 E Street offer GW upperclassmen the highest quality in distinguished Washingtonian living.
Twelve stories of apartment-style living house GW seniors and juniors. Residential facilities include a computer room, private study lounge, and a roof terrace displaying magnificent views of the Washington, DC skyline. Spacious and modern, each apartment includes a washer and dryer, living room, private bathroom, and kitchen. A three-level parking garage with 200 spaces is located underneath the building as well.
GW's distinguished Elliot School of International Affairs also makes its home in the eight-story academic hall at 1957 E Street. One of the newest additions to the GW campus, the building opened in January 2003 and includes larger and well-equipped classrooms, including two tiered auditoria, comfortable undergraduate and graduate lounges, and a state-of-the-art commons space for public events and private meetings.
The Elliot School's prime location enhances the international affairs student's experience on a daily basis. The building is located across the street from the Department of State, blocks away from the IMF, the World Bank, and many other intergovernmental and international organizations and next-door to the new headquarters for the American Red Cross, internships and employment options are easily accessible.
Construction of 1957 E Street was completed in September 2002 and opened for classes in January 2003. The architect for the project was of Washington, DC and the construction manager was Gilbane Building Company of Laurel, MD.
Historic designation: None
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Author or Source: GWU website [1]
Document Location: University Archives
Date Added to Encyclopedia: December 21, 2006
Prepared by: Lyle Slovick, Assistant University Archivist
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