SMC unveils new campus additions
By NOREEN GILLESPIE
Saint Mary’s showcased numerous physical and technological campus improvements for the start of the semester.
The most significant improvement was the addition of a 24-hour computer cluster in Cushwa-Leighton Library and 10 technologically-equipped classrooms in Regina Hall and Madeleva Hall.
The computer cluster, which features new Macintosh and personal computers, is the result of a year and a half long project designed to advance the use of technology on campus.
“Across the board, we are doing new things with technology,” Joel Cooper, director of information technology said. “The diversified facilities represent a commitment to technology at Saint Mary’s.”
Additionally, 10 classrooms are now equipped with either one computer per student or audio, video and computer enhancements.
On the physical front, the most significant project was the addition to the facilities building. The addition will allow for more office space, said John DeLee, director of facilities.
Air conditioning was also added to several points around campus, including Havican Hall and Stapleton Lounge. An auxiliary chiller was added to the library to assist with temperature control.
Roofing was replaced on both Haggar College Center and McCandless Hall, and the Holy Cross Hall re-roofing process is nearing completion.
The science parking lot was paved, and limestone on the front of O’Laughlin Auditorium and Haggar was also replaced. Haggar also has new railings.
Lighting, painting and air conditioning were added to the Moreau Center for the Arts.
All News Stories for Thursday, August 4, 1999
