1866
Chili Seminary
Established by Benjamin T. Roberts & opened in 1869
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1885
Chesbro Seminary
The school was renamed A.M. Chesbrough Seminary
1893
B.T. Roberts Memorial Hall
Named in honor of B.T. Roberts and currently the home of Northeastern Seminary.
1893
Cox Hall
Named in honor of businessman Edward Cox. First public event held in Cox Hall was the funeral of B.T. Roberts in February 1893.
1921
President George W. Garlock
Served as President of Roberts & Seminary from 1921-1930
1926
The Arch
is gifted by the class of 1926
1933
President Merlin G. Smith
Served as President of Roberts & Seminary from 1933-1957
1935
Carpenter Hall
Named in honor of Adella P. Carpenter. A four story, 36,000 square foot building built in 1935 and updated in every way, now with geothermal energy system
1945
Roberts Junior College
The school was renamed Roberts Junior College
1949
Roberts Wesleyan College
A charter is obtained to provide a four-year curriculum and another name change to Roberts Wesleyan College
1962
DeBarr Residence
Named in honor of Anna & Duran DeBarr (Uncle Buck), Dir. Of Campus Services, bookstore, and College bus driver, 1971-1992.
1962
Mohnkern Residence
Named in honor of Donald Mohnkern, Registrar 1960-1992.
1962
Morrow Residence
Named in honor of Jean & Dave Morrow, Dir. Of Admissions & Dean of Students 1967-1982
1962
Sittig Residence
Named in honor of William Sittig, Chairman of Board of Trustees, and Ruth McIntyre Sittig, professor 1949-1983
1962
Whittingham Residence
Named in honor of Dorothy Whittingham, chair of Nursing Division, professor 1954-1986
1964
Hasting Center for Academics
Named in honor of Bob & Mary Hastings, friends of the college.
1964
Anderson Residence
Named in honor of Harry F. Anderson, professor and beloved coach, 1933-1976
1964
Magill Residence
Named in honor of Stanley R. Magill, professor 1947-1985.
1964
O'Brien Residence
Named in honor of John D. O'Brien, faculty 1931-1969
1964
Updyke Residence
Named in honor of Howard E. and Cora Updyke, literature professors, Academic Dean 1934-1969
1965
Presidents's Home
Current home built in 1965 under President Ellwood(Woody) & Beth Voller.
1965
Beeson Hall Residence
Named in honor of Lillian & J. Eslie Beeson, professor 1926-1967
1968
Miner Hall
Named in honor Burdette N. Miner, Chairman of Board of Trustees 1930's.
1968
Garlock Commons
Named in honor of President George W. Garlock. The Ellen Stowe Roberts dining room, named to honor the wife of B.T. Roberts is located within the commons.
1968
Smith Science Center
Named in honor of President Merlin G. Smith
1981
President William C. Crothers
Served as President of Roberts & Seminary from 1981-2002
1987
Voller Athletic Center
Named in honor of Ellwood A. Voller, President 1957-1968
1989
Dr. William Franklin "Billy" Graham, Jr.
Honorary Alumus
1990
U.S. Ambassador Kirk Wagar '90
United States Ambassador to Singapore
1992
Master's of Education degree
Master's level programs introduced, starting with Med
1996
Howard Stowe Roberts Cultural Life Center
Named in honor of Howard S. Roberts, great-grandson of B.T. & Ellen Roberts; decorated naval officer.
1996
Adams Residence
Named in honor of Jean & Paul L. Adams, President 1974-1981
1996
Dailey Residence
Named in honor of Florence & Alton Dailey, alumni Class of '23, business manager, trustee, and benefactors
1998
Northeastern Seminary
NES is chartered to provide theological education at Roberts Wesleyan College
2000
SIFE
Roberts Wesleyan College chapter of Students in Free Enterprise was formed
2001
September 11
Roberts responds to September 11 inside and outside classrooms to issue disaster relief
2001
Rinker Community Service Center
Named in honor of David & Leighan Roberts Rinker, a 5th generation decendent granddaughter of B.T. & Ellen Stowe Roberts; both trustees of the college.
2001
Davison Hall Residence
Named in honor of Donald & Maxine Davison, benefactors and friends.
2002
President John A. Martin
Served as President of Roberts & Seminary from 2002-2014
2007
B. Thomas Golisano Library
Named in honor of local businessman, entrepreneur, & friend of the college.
2008
Jenn Suhr '04
Olympic Silver Medalist Winner
2012
Jenn Suhr '04
Olympic Gold Medalist Winner
2012
Redhawks
From Raiders to Redhawks - an image of physical, spiritual, and intellectual significance
2012
Outdoor Athletic Center
Completion of the stadium facility including, locker rooms, training room, and consession stand
2012
Clock Tower
Dedicated to Dr. Bill & Rilla Crothers
2014
NCAA Division II
Roberts becomes full member of NCAA Division II
2014
President Deana L. Porterfield
Presidential inauguration September 26, 2014 and currently serving as President of Roberts & Seminary
2015
Crothers Science & Nursing Center
Named in honor of President Bill & Rilla Crothers.
2016
Doctorate of Psychology
Doctorate level programs introduced, starting with PsyD
2021
Occupational Therapy Doctorate
Doctorate level programs continued to grow with OTD
2022
Roberts Wesleyan University
Name change to Roberts Wesleyan University granted by the New York State Board of Regents
2023
Golisano Community Engagement Center
The modern 26,167-square-foot, two-story center is a hub for connection, community interaction and student life resources on campus.