The new Women's Building is shown with Marys Peak in the background. The architect, John Bennes, competed with 13 other architects for the design of the building. The building was completed in 1926. It is made of brick manufactured in Monroe, Oregon.
The Women's Building was completed in 1926 and was designed by architect John V. Bennes of Portland. Bennes designed more than 20 OSU campus buildings, which were constructed during the 1910s to 1930s. The Women's Building was his only campus commission as a result of an open competition. It was considered by many to be his masterpiece. It was designed as a physical education facility for women and presently houses the College of Health and Human Performance with classes for both men and women.
