On April 30th, 1960 the trustees authorized construction of a new dormitory for women; the construction was part of a one million dollar package that also included a science building and a dining hall. Lakeside Hall was scheduled for completion on or by September 1st, 1961, but by June almost all of the work was done; all that was left to do was the interior painting.

On Saturday October 27th, 1961 at 10:30am the building was dedicated. A tea was held after the dedication in Lakeside Lounge in which all of the dormitory’s new residence attended. At the time, the building was one of several new buildings being constructed on campus as part of the College’s new expansion program. The new dormitory held 117 girls, 5 counselors, and Mrs. Gouck, who was the house mother in Abbey Hall for several years prior.

For the next three years Lakeside Hall was used as an all-women’s dormitory, until 1964, when it housed only men. Today it houses both upper-class women and men, and even some freshmen boys.

1960: Trustees authorize construction of new dormitory part of a $1 million package with a science building and dining hall.

1960: May construction begins.

1960: April 22nd, 1960 trustees voted to name the new dormitory Lakeside Hall.

1961: September 1st 1961 construction complete

1961: October 28th 1961 New dormitory housed 117 girls, 5 counselors, and Mrs. Gouck, who was the house mother in Abbey Hall for several years. The dormitory was open for visitors on Saturday from 9-1 and on Sunday from 12-3. Tea was held in the Lakeside Lounge after the dedication in which all residence attended.

1964: For one year Lakeside Hall was used as a men’s dormitory, eventually becomes an all men’s dormitory for a period of time; however, the dorm functioned as both a men and women’s dormitory throughout Springfield College history.