Revitalizing Campus
Renovations to Shaw and Russell residence halls will be completed in time for Move-in Day on Aug. 25.
Upgrades, renovations spell busy summer
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estminster College will see several campus improvements over the course of the summer months in preparation for the new academic year. Major additions and renovations being made to the campus include improvements to residence halls, academic spaces and administrative offices, as well as spectator seating replacement at Burry Stadium. Significant upgrades to the campus network infrastructure will be made this summer, as well. “These changes mean a better Westminster experience for students, faculty, staff, and visitors,” said Westminster College
President Dr. Kathy Brittain Richardson. Summer improvements include the completion of Shaw Hall renovations that began last summer. Last year, the first floor of the freshman residence hall underwent upgrades to improve aesthetics in the student rooms, lounge, and corridors; replace fixed furniture with mobile pieces; improve restrooms; add ADA units with restrooms; and incorporate universal design—a design concept that addresses physical space and access needs for all people with a broad range of abilities. Russell Hall, located on the south side of campus adjacent to
Renovations to Shaw Hall’s first floor last summer resulted in a more cohesive, modern aesthetic that met with student approval. W e s t m i n s t e r C o ll e g e M a g a z i n e 3
