Erected 1911, Jarvis is
the smallest residence hall on campus, and the oldest building,
built in 1911. It houses about 120 women, usually split evenly
between freshmen and upper-classmen. Jarvis Hall consistently
has the highest grade point average among the residence halls.
It is named for Colonel J.J. Jarvis, a noted Fort Worth churchman,
attorney, bank director, district judge and state legislator.
He served as president of the Board of Trustees from 1889
until 1896.
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