History
Pomerene Hall was built in 1922 as the first women's center and recreational facility, containing a gymnasium, study rooms, and a pool. Prior to the construction of Pomerene, women only had one study room on campus.
Pomerene underwent a two-year renovation process that was completed in 2018. Much of the original structure of the building was kept, and some of the original doors, light fixtures, and fireplaces remain part of the building today. The spaces that once housed the pool and gym now serve as classrooms and an Ideation Zone for the Translational Data Analytics Institute. The renovation also included the addition of a three-story atrium. This space features a three-story mural of a drawing by Sol Lewitt, which was painted on the wall by four Ohio State students.
Today, Pomerene Hall houses the History of Art Department. The department's offices and can be found on the second floor. The undergraduate and graduate lounges provide dedicated spaces for our students to study and socialize. We also have two classrooms designed for seminars.
The Graduate Reading Room - Pomerene 275
The Graduate Reading Room is a space for graduate students to study, socialize, and collaborate with one another. In the Grad Room, students have access to computers, printers, and office supplies provided by the Department and HAGS funding. Additionally, space is designated in the reading room for each student to store books and other research and teaching materials.
Undergraduate Lounge - Pomerene 202
The Undergraduate Lounge is a private space for students in the major. In the lounge, students have access to a computer and scanner as well as supplies and space for both group and individual study. Only History of Art undergraduates can access the space (via BuckID), guaranteeing students a quiet and secure environment to work or relax between classes.
The Graduate Reading Room - Pomerene 275
The Graduate Reading Room is a space for graduate students to study, socialize, and collaborate with one another. In the Grad Room, students have access to computers, printers, and office supplies provided by the Department and HAGS funding. Additionally, space is designated in the reading room for each student to store books and other research and teaching materials.
Undergraduate Lounge - Pomerene 202
The Undergraduate Lounge is a private space for students in the major. In the lounge, students have access to a computer and scanner as well as supplies and space for both group and individual study. Only History of Art undergraduates can access the space (via BuckID), guaranteeing students a quiet and secure environment to work or relax between classes.
Faculty Suite - Pomerene 221
Our Faculty Suite consists of faculty and lecturer offices and a lounge space for students and visitors meeting with professors.
Faculty Suite - Pomerene 221
Our Faculty Suite consists of faculty and lecturer offices and a lounge space for students and visitors meeting with professors.
Important Information about Space Reservations
History of Art only controls a handful of spaces in Pomerene Hall.
At this time, History of Art spaces are reserved solely for the use of departmental members/groups.
TDAI is housed in Pomerene Hall and controls their designated spaces.
Lecture halls 150, 160, 250, 260 and 280 in Pomerene Hall are Classroom Pool spaces. To reserve those spaces, please follow the Registrar's instructions.
If you are a representative of a student group, student organizations must submit requests through Student Life. It is our understanding that no Pomerene spaces are available to student groups, but further questions about spaces should be directed to Student life.