named for Raymond F. Nichols (1903-99), 12th chancellor (1972-73) and chancellor emeritus, journalism alumnus (1926 and 1928) and longtime KU administrator (1929-73).
The university’s first library, this Oread limestone and red sandstone building was designed in the Romanesque Revival style by Kansas City architect Henry van Brunt, who also designed the first chanc
Home to a wide array of undergraduate and graduate departments and research and training centers.
Robinson now houses the School of Education’s Department of Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences.
A hall of fame for Kansas athletes and sports, with a special emphasis on the contributions of James Naismith, inventor of basketball, KU’s first basketball coach and a longtime faculty member.
