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Mesa College recently completed a new Quadrangle, which is the final major project from the District's Propositions S and N bond construction program.
MESA COLLEGE IS SEEING GREEN
Students returned to San Diego Mesa College in March to find some new green in the form of a lush new Quadrangle in the center of campus. The quad, which is the final major project from the Propositions S and N bond construction program, was finalized at the start of the year. The new “heart” of the campus will provide a main thoroughfare for the college. “We envision this as the bustling center for the Mesa campus with the focus on creating a sense of belonging for all students and providing them easy access to adjacent campus resources,” said Mesa College President Pamela T. Luster. To make room for the quad, the outdated I- and J-buildings were demolished, creating an expansive outdoor venue for social gathering with terraced 6
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seating, benched tables, and an outdoor stage area. The design includes strategically placed walkways around lush grass areas to help students and visitors navigate the campus. The project’s landscaping plan includes native and drought-tolerant plants, and a computer-based, high-efficiency irrigation system. An official ribboncutting ceremony for the space took place in-person on April 14.
We envision this as the bustling center for the Mesa campus with the focus on creating a sense of belonging for all students...” — Mesa College President Pamela T. Luster
