Stradley Hall

Named for:  Bland L. Stradley (1899–1957)

 

Stradley Hall was dedicated in 1959 to honor the memory of Bland Stradley who served the university from his first appointment in 1919 as “University Examiner” to his retirement in 1944 when he was vice president in charge of students. His years as Dean of the College of Arts and his years of dedication to students’ life outside the classroom brought him recognition in the form of five honorary degrees from other state colleges.  In addition, Bland Stradley was one of the first to be awarded an Ohio State Distinguished Service Award in 1952.  Of his work, President Novice Fawcett said, “His influence on higher education and the lives of young people...and the thoughtfulness with which he penetrated the purpose of Ohio State University in its relationships to all other universities creates a void which cannot be easily filled….”