Luchs Hall
Building Type:
Residence Hall
Campus Green:
South Green
Grid Map Square:
I-6
Current Use
Luchs Hall is a residence hall located in the South Green.
The residence hall configuration chart shows which student populations live in each residence hall (first-year, returning, etc.) and highlights any specialized living experiences. It also provides key details like the nearest laundry facility, if there is elevator access, A/C unit type, communal kitchens, and more. Building Configurations
Floor Plans
To view the layout of the building, including staff rooms, bathrooms, lounges, and more, visit the floor plans website. From there, you can select each room for details such as dimensions, window placement, wall space, and built-in furniture: View Luchs Hall Floor Plan [OHIO login required]
Room Information
This building has the following room type(s): Suite Singles, Suite Doubles
This building has the following bathroom type(s): Private bathroom shared with the adjoining room
These bathrooms have internal privacy locks but no external (room-side) locks, meaning students can access the adjoining suite through the bathroom. Residents are responsible for keeping their bathroom clean, while Residential Custodial Staff (RCS) provides daily housekeeping for all public areas and 24-hour maintenance services to keep the building comfortable and convenient. Students are responsible for submitting work orders for their own rooms through the Work Order Request page (accessible only on the OHIO network).
The Housing & Residence Life website outlines what you get living in the residence halls and provides details on optional rentals (lofts, rugs, etc.): Room Photos & Furniture Information
History
Evelyn Coulter Luchs
Evelyn Coulter Luchs became the first woman trustee of Ohio University in 1949. Luchs was a graduate of Ohio University and was voted the most outstanding student in 1927. Luchs received a Certificate of Merit Award from Ohio University for national contributions to education and religion and was well known for her interest and participation in civic and welfare activities. Luchs was the president of the Ohio Council of Church Women and was actively involved in the National Council of Protestant and Presbyterian Church Women. She served on President Nixon's Committee on Government Contracts and on the board of trustees of the International University of Tokyo.
Location
115 South Green Dr., Athens, OH 45701 (Directions)
The South Green
South Green is composed of residence halls and a dining hall. Notable buildings on this green include Nelson Commons, Carr Hall, Sowle Hall and Brown Hall.
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