Stewart Residence Hall Carpet Replacement- To eliminate indoor contaminants and maintain a fresh look and feeling, a new carpet is being installed throughout the Stewart Residence Hall.

Hartzfeld Plumbing Isolation Valves- Hartfeld Residence Hall is receving isolation valves to preserve the integrity of its plumbing system and facilitate easier future repairs.  Rather than having one central shutoff for the entire complex, Hartzfeld will have individual rooms and/or apartments grouped together so that, should plumbing problems ever happen to occur, they will be fixed with less imposition and inconvenience to the Hall at large.

Howard Residence Hall Kitchen Installations-  In order to provide each floor of Howard with sufficient cooking utilities, three new kitchens are being installed in this Residence Hall.  This is a significant improvement in both standard of living and the availability of communal space for students in Howard Residence Hall.

Platt-Howard and Copeland Exterior Painting-  The Platt-Howard Residence Complex and Copeland Residence Hall are being repainted to protect the buildings’ exterior surfaces from the elements.  Any and all damaged surfaces are also being repaired.

Common Service Projects

ADA Site Improvements-  In order to maintain the standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines, extensive renovations are underway across the Fir Acres campus.  The renovations include improved signage, maps, and wayfinding as well as wheelchair accessible ramps  These improvements will  make the College more accessible to its community and also reduce the possibility of injuries or accidents on campus.

Estate Tennis Court Resurfacing- The surface of the estate tennis courts is being redone in effort to provide its users with the best and safest playing conditions.  The courts will also be repainted and restriped.                              

Electrical Transformer Replacement- A new electrical transformer is being installed in Bodine Academic Building and Copeland Residence Hall in order to ensure energy security and facilitate easy repairs.  The new electrical transformer will be more easily servicable and will prevent long blackouts should electrical difficulties arise in the future.

Electrical Infrared Scan Corrections- A campus-wide electrical infrared scan revealed various risks and detriments in the College’s electrical system that are currently being repaired.  These reparations will increase energy efficiency and reduce the risk of fire throughout the campus.

Fire Hydrant Replacement- All fire hydrants on campus are being tested for efficiency and dependability, with deficient hydrants being replaced and modified to fully comply with current safety standards. 

Estate Garden Stone Wall Repair- The Lion’s Head Fountain wall is being repaired to preserve its antique beauty while maintaining its safety and structural integrity.  These repairs will be cutting down on maintenance costs while preventing injury due to possible collapse.

Templeton Carpeting- A new carpet has been installed in Stamm, a room commonly used for student and alumni events.  This new carpet will add to the ambience of the room, increase cleanliness, and facilities ease of maintenance.

Gatehouse Window Restoration- The Gatehouse’s windows are original to the building and in need of restoration.  Such restoration is being provided to correct the windows’ function while maintaining their aesthetic.  These restorations will reduce heat and energy loss from the building, cut down on repetitive maintenance costs, and improve security.

Updated Facilities Map- The College has been in need of an accurate, updated map of all utilities on all three campuses.  Previously, there were only partial maps or maps of areas of recent construction, but one singular map for Facilities use or to share with architects, engineers and planners is near completion.  Such a centralize collection of facilities information will be invaluable to energy reductions, emergency plans, and all future development.

Frank Manor Restorations-  In order to maintain both the beauty of the Frank Manor and also its functionality and efficiency, work will continue this summer on roof and window repairs.

Flanagan Chapel Renovations- Renovations are underway to update the
Chapel and enhance the use of the building.  Challenging acoustics are
being addressed with a suspended cloud over the chancel to enhance not
only the spoken word, but performance vocals and music.  New heating,
ventilation and air conditioning system is being installed to reduce
mechanical background noise in the Chapel.  New house and performance
lighting will be installed in the cloud.  The chancel or stage is
undergoing improvements this summer.  The choir seating in back has been
removed to increase the size of the stage for performers.  The stage
itself will be a sprung wood floor for dance and an ADA lift is being
installed to enable wheel chairs complete access to the stage area.

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Chapel Work 2010 Gallery

Flanagan Chapel; Gregg Memorial Pavilion

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Gregg Memorial Pavilion- Through a generous donation from the Gregg
family, the College is constructing a pavilion to complete the original
design proposed by architect Paul Thiry.  As the 3,200 square foot addition
will serve a variety of purposes for the College, from conferencing to
meetings to performance, flexibility was key to the design.  One bridge
will lead to the front doors from the existing Chapel bridge.  The other
connecting bridge will provide ADA restrooms for both buildings and
mitigate the accessibility challenge for the Chapel.