Brendan McDonald, an 1954 St. Cloud State graduate, served as its president from 1982 to 1992. He also served as St. Cloud State's registrar and vice-president for administrative affairs.
Hill Hall, opened in 1962, and Case Hall, opened in 1964, are dormitories. Hill Hall was named for long-time faculty Helen Hill. Case Hall was named for long-time faculty member Marie Case.
Birdseye view of Garvey Commons under construction. Opened in 1963, Garvey Commons serves as the campus dormitories' cafeteria. The building was named for long-time faculty member Beth Porter Garvey.
Halenbeck Hall, completed in 1965, replaced Eastman Hall as St. Cloud State's home for physical education and athletics. The building was named for donor Philip Halenbeck. An addition was completed in 1980.