It was built in 2012 and named in honor of former football coach and athletic director Hank Norton, who spent 34 years at Ferrum.
The Stratton House, Spilman-Daniel House, John Wesley Hall, Roberts Hall, Richeson Hall, and Beckham Hall are part of the Ferrum College Historic District and are listed in the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places.
== Academics ==
Ferrum College currently offers 54 undergraduate degree programs and two graduate degree programs (master of science in psychology, and Ed.S. in teacher leadership and coaching). In 2020, the college started offering degrees in nursing, and a 100% online RN-to-BSN program.
The college's environmental science program is the second-oldest in the country, and Ferrum is the only private college in Virginia to offer a bachelor's degree in agricultural science.
In partnership with the Association of International Educators, Ferrum offers the #YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship to promote international students seeking education …