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Summer 2009 Projects

 

Summer Construction Projects

 Here is a rundown of some of the planned campus projects for Summer / Fall 2009.

  • Hogan renovation:  This will include renovated locker rooms, athletic training space, offices and classrooms and natatorium.  The new basketball arena/convocation center will seat 2,430 with additional seating of 600 on the floor area.  Renovated area will have a new elevator and be handicapped accessible.  Completion date is August 2009. 
  • Academic Center projects:  The space formerly occupied by Information Technology will be transformed into a "digital media commons," with rooms where students and faculty can work on media projects.  SAC 110 media lab will be remodeled into a modern classroom.  Classroom and office renovations are planned for third floor as well.  Targeted completion date is Aug. 14.
  • Clack Art:  Improvements to the ventilation system.
  • Dow/Kapp:  Improvements to the ventilation system and certification of the fume hoods.
  • Bruske Hall:  New floor tile and some painting.
  • Wright Hall:  Some ADA work and landscaping.
  • Sustainability Projects:  Installing low flow shower heads, energy saving lighting and new heating controls in Newberry.
  • Re-Keying of most academic buildings.
  • Various residence hall improvements are planned; including stair renovations, lobby enhancements, carpet replacement, painting, floor tiles and furniture updates.   
  • Sculpture for Bishop Makarios: A sculpture in memory of Bishop Makarios will be installed in the Mall area.  Dedication ceremony is set for May 16. 
  • The outside volleyball pit between Gelston and Mitchell will be moved 6ft to get away from the trees and new nets will be installed.

 

 

Facilities and Service Management Updates - April 10, 2009

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Alma College Percussion Ensemble performed at the prestigious Centrum Jazz Festival, an international festival in Port Townsend, Wash., in July 2007. Alma was the only college group invited to perform. "It's a huge honor," says faculty director Dave Zerbe. "You can't apply to perform there; they seek you out."

 

Student Profile

Melissa Boguslawski

Melissa Boguslawski
Graduation: 2008
Major: Exercise Health Science, Chemistry
From: Madison Heights, Michigan
Interests: Sports, Heritage

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