| Building: | Doane Administration, 1895 |
| Architect/Designer: | J.W. Yost |
| History: | Built as Doane Academy, a college preparatory school, the building originally contained a 500-seat chapel on the third floor. The Academy closed when no longer needed in 1927 though the building continued to be used for classroom and office space. William H. Doane was not only a benefactor to Denison but widely known as a composer of church hymns and editor of The Baptist Hymnal. |
| Building Style: | French Romanesque Revival style in Oakland pressed brick and Amherst stone |
| Named For: | Building was a gift of William Howard Doane, trustee (1874-1915). |
| Current Use: | Doane now houses Administration offices including the Office of the President, Provost, Registrar, Student Affairs, and Residential Life. |