For more than a century, Morrill Hall has been a place where UVM students learn, gather and build community. This fall, the historic building will once again add a little trick-or-treating to its long list of traditions.
For the third year in a row, the Department of Community Development and Applied Economics (CDAE), in collaboration with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Dean’s Office and CALS Student Services, will host Morrill Hall Trick-or-Treat on Thursday, October 29, from 11 a.m. to noon.
The event is open to all UVM students and will feature candy, decorated offices and spooky surprises throughout the building.
A Building With a Long History
Morrill Hall has been part of UVM's campus since 1907, when it opened as a major center for agricultural education. The building originally housed classrooms, laboratories, administrative offices and an agricultural library.
More than 100 years later, Morrill Hall remains closely connected to the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and continues to be a busy part of campus life.
The building itself reflects a different era of university architecture, with its Neoclassical Revival design, granite columns, marble staircase and distinctive red tile roof. Its history is also closely tied to UVM's role as Vermont's land-grant university and its longstanding commitment to education connected to agriculture and communities.
Today, the building is home to offices, classrooms and programs serving students across the university. For one hour this October, those historic hallways will take on a decidedly more playful atmosphere.
A New Tradition in a Historic Building
Morrill Hall Trick-or-Treat began as a way to bring students, faculty and staff together and create a little fun in the middle of the academic day. Now in its third year, the event is becoming a tradition of its own.
“We’re excited to bring this tradition back for a third year,” said CDAE Chair Jason Konefal. “Morrill Hall has such a long history as a place where people come together at UVM, and this is a fun way to continue that tradition while creating something new for today’s students.”
The event is free and open to all UVM students.
