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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.

 

 

Physical Plant Updates - April 10, 2009

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Student Profile

Kwon JinJu

Kwon JinJu
Graduation: 2008
Major: Advertising and Public Relations
From: Seoul, South Korea
Interests: Dance, Nature, Travel

Alma has had lasting relationships with colleges and universities in South Korea, with the Korean international students completing one full year of study at Alma. Here at Alma, the international students make lifelong friendships and leave everlasting impacts on our students and on the surrounding communities.