Baumer Hall

Baumer Hall

Baumer Hall is the newest men's hall in the Notre Dame residential life community, completed in Summer 2019. This $20 million facility is the result of a generous gift from University of Notre Dame alumnus John Baumer and his wife, Mollie. “This University has been part of our family story for three generations,” John Baumer said. “The residence hall experience I had at Notre Dame was the backdrop for the best and most lasting friendships and memories I have made. Sharing every aspect of life with your residence hall community creates a foundation of friendship and support you will build on for the rest of your life. I am deeply grateful for my time in Zahm Hall, and we as a family are delighted that we have the opportunity, through Baumer Hall, to ensure this tradition remains strong and meaningful for future generations.” Baumer Hall is located on the south side of the Notre Dame campus, near to Ryan and Keough Halls. The four-story, 78,000-square-foot structure will house 251 men and feature a two-story lounge, reading room, study rooms, community kitchen, chapel, laundry, vending, storage, exercise room and space for food sales on the lower level.

Rector

Will Kerschen

Will Kerschen

Will Kerschen is a native of Kansas and a graduate of the University of Kansas (go Jayhawks!) with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Following graduation, he spent several years serving in college campus ministry, and later working with teenagers in the foster care system. He spent two years as a seminarian for the diocese of Wichita, Kansas before earning a Master’s degree in Theology through the Echo program at Notre Dame, concurrently teaching high school theology in Ogden, Utah. His hobbies include playing sports, reading, and following KU basketball.

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Hall Stats

Approximate Capacity
251
Number of Sections
6
Year Established
2019
Quad
South
Sex
Male
Chapel
St. Martin de Porres
Number of Floors
4
Number of Rooms
Elevator
Yes
Air Conditioning
Yes
Nickname/Mascot
The Buccaneers