Waldschmidt Hall, 1992
Originally called West Hall, Waldschmidt Hall was built in 1891 for Portland University, the Methodist institution that owned the first college on the Bluff. That school closed a few years later, and West Hall and the surrounding property were purchased for Columbia University in 1901 (renamed University of Portland in 1935). Cornerstone dedication: August 24, 1891.
Fun Fact
- In the early years of the University, since it was the only building on campus, it served as student dormitory, dining hall, classrooms, and administrative offices.
- A complete remodel and restoration took place in 1992 and was renamed Waldschmidt Hall in honor of the University's 15th president, Bishop Paul Waldschmidt, CSC.
Waldschmidt Hall, 1992
Originally called West Hall, Waldschmidt Hall was built in 1891 for Portland University, the Methodist institution that owned the first college on the Bluff. That school closed a few years later, and West Hall and the surrounding property were purchased for Columbia University in 1901 (renamed University of Portland in 1935). Cornerstone dedication: August 24, 1891.
Fun Fact
- In the early years of the University, since it was the only building on campus, it served as student dormitory, dining hall, classrooms, and administrative offices.
- A complete remodel and restoration took place in 1992 and was renamed Waldschmidt Hall in honor of the University's 15th president, Bishop Paul Waldschmidt, CSC.