Housing

Marian Spencer Hall

Exterior of Marian Spencer Hall.

Marian Spencer Hall's unique architecture allows for suite-style rooms, so students can be comfortable in the privacy of their own living space. It is home to multiple living learning and themed communities, and a great place for residents focused on academic success. Students describe it as having a quieter presence and residents have genuine care for their neighbors and buildings. Residents are just a short walk across the bridge from their neighbors at Scioto Hall.

Marian Spencer Hall is home to the Marian Spencer Scholars Living-Learning Communities as well as an Honors themed floor.  

Living in Marian Spencer Hall

Marian Spencer Hall has suite-style accommodations for 328 residents. This hall is co-ed by suite, with four people in two bedrooms, connected via a shared bathroom. Each room is furnished with a Twin XL bed for each resident. 

Address

Driving Directions

Marian Spencer Hall
2911 Scioto Lane
Cincinnati, OH 45219

Service Desk: 513-556-5135

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360 Video Tours

Service Center & Lobby

Background image - no description providedThis virtual tour begins inside the entrance to Scioto Hall Lobby. There is a tiled floor and a reception desk with a computer and a glass partition.This side of the entrance connects to a hallway. There are doors that exit into an entryway.This side of the entrance has an elevator lobby.This side of the entrance has a bulletin board, a wall-mounted TV, and doors that exit into the entryway.This side of the hallway has a Pepsi vending machine and connects to a laundry room. The laundry room has several washers and dryers for student use.This side of the hallway has an additional vending machine and connects to more common areas.This side of the hallway has an exit to a stairwell.This side of the lobby has a lounge with a tiled floor down the middle of the space and carpeted sections on either side. A set of stairs leads up to more spaces and an exit heading outdoors. There are windows outlining the space with views of the campus.This side of the lounge has a ping pong table, a sitting area, and a large column near the stairs. The sitting area has four sofas, two small tables, and a wall-mounted TV. There is a bulletin board on the wall near a water fountain.This side of the lounge has a pool table, a table with seating for six, and several high-top tables. There is a large column in the middle and windows with a view of the campus.These stairs, with handrails, lead up to a hallway connecting to more common areas.This side of the hallway connects to a walkway heading to Marian Spencer Hall. The walkway has laminate flooring and windows on either side with views of the campus.This side of the hallway has a tiled floor and a wall-mounted monitor.This side of the hallway connects to student living spaces.This is the entrance into Marian Spencer Hall coming from the walkway. There is bench seating against the wall, laminate flooring, and a wall-mounted monitor. There is a sign on the wall titled “MARIAN SPENCER” with more information below.This side of the walkway entrance has laminate flooring, a long table with seating, and access to a kitchen area. There are windows outlining the space with views overlooking the campus. There is an exit to a hallway with an elevator lobby.This kitchen area has a refrigerator, an ice machine, and a cooktop with an exhaust vent. There is an island countertop with bar seating and windows with a view overlooking the campus. There is access to a laundry room with several washers and dryers for student use.
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Single (1-person Accessible Room)

Background image - no description providedThis virtual tour begins in a bedroom with a carpeted floor, a 2-in-1 dresser, and a slide-out concealable desk. Near the combination dresser/desk, there is storage space with a shelf.This side of the bedroom has a single bed with space below for storage and a shaded window with a view overlooking the campus. There is access to a bathroom.This side of the bedroom has a small refrigerator with an attached microwave near the entrance.This accessible bathroom has a tiled floor, a single vanity, and an accessible roll-in shower.
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Quad (4-person)

Background image - no description providedThis virtual tour begins inside the entrance to a suite with a carpeted floor and a space with closet storage near the entrance.This side of the entrance has a second space with closet storage and access to a bedroom.This side of the entrance has a small refrigerator with an attached microwave and access to the bathroom. The bathroom has an entrance to a second bedroom.This bedroom has a single bed with space below for storage and a combination dresser/desk. This 2-in-1 dresser has a slide-out concealable desk. There is a shaded window with a view overlooking the campus.This side of the bedroom has a second single bed with space below for storage and a second combination dresser/desk. There is a shaded window with a view overlooking the campus.This bathroom has a tiled floor and a countertop with two vanities.This side of the bathroom has a shower stall with a privacy curtain and a walk-in shower.A second stall with a toilet is next to the shower stall.This is the entrance to the second bedroom with a carpeted floor. There is a space with closet storage near the entrance.This side of the entrance has a second space with closet storage.This side of the entrance has a small refrigerator with an attached microwave and access to the bedroom.This second bedroom has a single bed with space below for storage, a combination dresser/desk, and a shaded window with a view overlooking the campus.This side of the bedroom has a second single bed with space below for storage, a second combination dresser/desk, and a shaded window with a view overlooking the campus.
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Study Lounge

Background image - no description providedThis virtual tour begins inside the entrance to an individual study lounge with a carpeted floor. There is a whiteboard near the entrance and windows with a view overlooking the campus.This side of the study lounge has two individual booths with bench seating and small tables. Next to the booths are two bins for trash and recycling. There is a window with a view overlooking the campus.This side of the study lounge has an individual cubicle with privacy walls, a chair, and a small desk. There are windows with a view overlooking the campus.This side of the study lounge has an individual pod with privacy walls, a chair, and a small desk.
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Group/Individual Study Lounge

Background image - no description providedThis virtual tour begins inside the entrance to a study lounge with a carpeted floor. There is a whiteboard near the entrance and windows with a view looking into a hallway. There are more windows with a view overlooking the campus.This side of the study lounge has a conference table with built-in electricity, three chairs, and a wall-mounted monitor. In the corner, there are two bins for trash and recycling.This side of the study lounge has three chairs with small, attached desks. There is an additional chair near the windows with a view overlooking the campus.
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Video Highlights of Marian Spencer & Scioto Halls

Floor Plan and Images