In 1926, the University purchased the house located at 90 University Avenue, at the corner of Malcom Street and University Avenue, as housing for Romeyn H. Rivenburg, Dean of the College, 1924-1935, and Vice President, 1936-1945. The building was purchased on March 15 from Rev. Dr. Joseph R. Wood, Assistant to the President, for $11,400.00, a legacy from the estate of Katherine B. Larison. Prior to its purchase by Wood, it was known as the Robert D. Darlington House.