Clifford Hall- Clifford Hall was named after the eight president of the University, Thomas J. Clifford on May 21, 1992. This $8.4 million building, funded by the U.S. Departement of Agriculture, was designed as a research facility. Its 71,500 square feet provide abundant space for research laboratories and offices. A modern 266 seat auditorium on the second floor provides a venue for regional, national, and international meetings. Tom Clifford was the youngest dean the University has ever had and one of the longest running presidents.