Roy Lichtenstein Foundation Donates $6M to OSU to Endow Chairs in Art History, Studio Art

The Roy Lichtenstein Foundation of New York, named for the world-famous pop artist and Ohio State University alumnus, announced it has established two $3 million endowments at OSU to support endowed chairs in art history and studio art.

Dorothy Lichtenstein, the artist's widow, said in a statement released by OSU that, "For a number of years, Roy's family and the foundation have been looking for the most promising way to enhance the Ohio State program."

"Happily, as the Ohio State Arts District begins to take shape and the Columbus art and museum scene expands, we think these professorships can build on this momentum. For us, it is 'Right Time - Right Place.' "