Brough House

Main Building Image
Photo of Brough House, demolished in 2016
Demolished in
2016

Building Type:
Residence Hall

Campus Green:
South Green

History

Brough House was built in 1969 and used as a residence hall for students. It was originally known as South Green building number 5.

John Brough

Brough House was named in honor of John Brough. A native of Marietta, OH, he started to school at Ohio University at the age of 14 and completed in three years. He later went to law school and became a distinguished attorney. He founded the "Cincinnati Enquirer " newspaper. He served as a trustee of Ohio University for 3 years. He served in the Ohio House Representatives from 1838-1839; was State Auditor from 1839-1845; and was Governor of Ohio from 1864-1865, dying in office. He was remembered for kicking a football over the top of the "College Edifice" (now known as Cutler Hall) while a student.

Location

Marker
Brough House
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The South Green

The South Green on Ohio University's Athens campus.

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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