An architect's rendering of the proposed Behrens Chapel at Hardin-Simmons University, depicting a side view of the building’s exterior. Note in the lower-left corner reads, "A Chapel - Auditorium for Hardin-Simmons University -- Abilene, Texas."

An architect's rendering of the proposed Behrens Chapel at Hardin-Simmons University, depicting an aerial view of the building’s exterior. Handwritten note in blue ink on the back reads, "Chapel-auditorium under construction at Hardin-Simmons University."

Architectural rending of the student union building, Moody Center, at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas.

Photograph of a case displaying books and artifacts related to the Old West in Richardson Library at Hardin-Simmons University. The books are on topics such as San Francisco, cowboys, and maps.

Architectural rendering of the Moody Center at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas.

Photograph of books, maps, and objects displayed in a case at the library at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. A plaque on top of the display case reads, "From the DeGolyer Foundation Library."

Photographs of books, maps, and objects displayed in two cases at the library at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. According to the plaque on top of the right case, these materials are borrowed from the DeGolyer Foundation Library.

Photograph of Hardin-Simmons University student Billy Ray Johnson posed in a field with a lasso. He wears a fringed button down shirt, a large belt buckle, and a cowboy hat.

Group photograph of the 1965 Board of Trustees at Hardin-Simmons University. The photo also includes a list of officers and their position as well as members and their place of residence.

Photograph of materials on display in a case at Richardson Library at Hardin-Simmons University. Pamphlets and artifacts with a “What It Takes to Make a Book” sign can be seen in the case.

Photograph of materials on display in a case at Richardson Library at Hardin-Simmons University. Pamphlets and artifacts with a “What It Takes to Make a Book” sign can be seen in the case.

Group photograph of a few members of the Simmons College class of 1919 at Founder’s Day in 1969. A typed note included with the photo identifies those pictured and one woman who was at the ceremony but not in the picture. Also, the note announces that all of the known living members of the class of 1919 with receive medallions in person or by mail. Standing, left to right: Rev. John W. Williams, Dr. D. M. Wiggins, Dr. Roy McCulloch, Mr. Carroll Spangler, and Wilbur Watson Wimberly. Seated, left to right: Mrs. E. D. Sansing (Isora Ford), Mrs. W. C. Smith (Lorah Amelia Branch), and Miss Theo Muir.

Photograph of the Grace Sandefer Compere Hall at Hardin-Simmons University, erected in 1924. Shows the front facade of the two story brick building, with shrubs planted along the walls. The back of the photograph includes notes for this photograph's use in the HSU weekly student newspaper, The Brand. Stamped in the lower-left corner is the date August 3, 1960.

Photograph of materials on display in a case at Richardson Library at Hardin-Simmons University. Books and artifacts with descriptive notes on stands can be seen in the case. A sign on the glass top of the case reads, “From the DeGolyer Foundation Library.”

Photograph of labeled books and objects displayed in a wood-and-glass case at the library at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. A piece of gnarled wood sits on the glass top of the case.

Photograph of labeled books and artifacts on display in a display case at the library at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. The objects include various rocks, a ceramic rabbit figurine, and a miniature longhorn skull model. A brown, orange, and yellow sign on the glass top of the display case reads, "Fine Printing by Western Press."

Photograph of labeled books and artifacts on display in a display case at the library at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. The objects include various rocks, a ceramic rabbit figurine, and a miniature longhorn skull model. A brown, orange, and yellow sign on the glass top of the display case reads, "Fine printing by Western Press."

Photograph of Ferguson Hall at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. Typed note on the bottom of the photo reads, “Ferguson Hall serves as the dormitory for freshman men students.”

Photograph of a bulletin board at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. Historical photographs, books, and pamphlets are stapled to the display with explanatory notes. A Shakespeare quote, “What’s past is prologue…,” is also included.

Photograph of a bulletin board at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. Historical photographs, books, and pamphlets are stapled to the display with explanatory notes. A Shakespeare quote, “What’s past is prologue…,” is also included.

Photograph of Nix Hall at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas, which was erected in 1962. Photograph shows the front of the brick and stone building, with several large trees planted near the side of the wall covering the windows. A sidewalk from the right leads to the entrance steps.

Photograph of the Hardin-Simmons University Rodeo Sweetheart 1968, Lyn McAden, sitting next to a saddle. She wears a button-down shirt with a flower pattered and a cowboy hat and boots. A sign next to the saddle reads, "Mack Eplen's will present this saddle to the best all round Cowgirl -- H. S. U. Rodeo -- Sat. Evening Performance - April 27th."

Aerial photograph of the Hardin-Simmons University campus and the surrounding area, showing buildings, houses, parking lots, cars, roads, and fields. Handwritten note on the back of the photograph reads, "Aerial view of campus, ?1966."

Photograph of the Van Ellis Theater at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas, showing the front of the glass, brick, and lattice-patterned building. Telephone lines, various buildings, and cars parked on the street can be seen reflected back in the building’s windows.