Summer Construction

Burke-DiSanto Center for the Visual Arts

Phase II

The second phase of construction for the BurkeDiSanto Center for the Visual Arts is taking place this summer. Several classrooms left untouched due to time constraints during last year’s initial renovations will be transformed into inspiring learning spaces for two- and three-dimensional art, photography, digital art, ceramics, and metalwork. These studios will match the look and feel of the rest of the Center, which opened in August 2022 thanks to a generous $2 million lead gift from Brittan Burke DiSanto ’79 and Fred DiSanto and support from additional donors. The increased natural light, new furnishings, gallery space, and other improvements are creating an inspiring environment for student creativity. Completion is scheduled for August 2023.

Smith Snack Shack

Also under construction this summer is the new Smith Snack Shack, located between the Karnatz Family Field and Coyne Courts. Made possible by a lead gift from Maureen Karnatz Smith ’81 and Stephen Smith, this facility will house a concession stand, restrooms, a ticket booth, and paved patio space. This long-awaited upgrade to campus will improve the experience of student-athletes, visiting teams, and spectators, with completion expected by the start of the 2023-2024 school year. Leadership gifts of $5,000 or more will receive recognition on the donor wall.