Our Campus Is Growing and Improving

Exciting improvements are under way across campus, and you may notice some construction activity. These projects are part of our ongoing commitment to creating a welcoming, functional, and supportive environment for our students, staff, and community. Thank you for your patience (and shared excitement!) as we "paws for progress" and work to bring these changes to campus. 

Recent Enhancements

Last Updated: Friday October 23, 2026
 
 E. H. Butler Library
Equipment for the necessary repairs to the air conditioning have been ordered and are ready to be installed. The AC should be fully operational for the spring cooling season. The heating system is fully operational and is not impacted by this issue. A contractor is in the process of replacing the window near Starbucks. It typically takes about four weeks for fabricating and installation to be completed.
 
Moot Hall
Construction to replace the steps in front of Moot Hall is under way. The handrails have been installed and the new concrete will be poured within the next week. Until the steps are complete the stairs, ramps, and front entrance remain closed.
 
Upton Hall
Upton Hall's main entrance will be closed from October 13, 2026, through the following week for replacement of the storefront entrance. All other entrances are open. For an alternative ADA accessible entrance, please use the northwest lobby entrance from the parking lot or West entrance facing SAMC.
 
Water Main
Work continues following the successful repair of the campus water line yesterday. Crews have completed backfilling and compacting the excavated area and will next prepare the concrete forms for sidewalk restoration. Water service remains available in campus buildings, and normal campus operations continue. We will share additional information as the remaining work progresses and appreciate your continued patience throughout the repair process.

Construction Projects

A wide, eye-level architectural rendering of a modern, multi-story building with reddish-brown and black vertical panels, viewed from a paved walkway lined with trees and people walking.

Renovate Elms Hall

Construction finish: Summer 2027

Elms Hall (formerly Classroom Building), built in 1972, retains most of its original systems and space configuration.  These no longer meet the needs of our students and faculty. This project will provide classrooms, academic departments, study and lounge space for students and address the teaching needs of our academic departments.  Construction on Elms Hall is nearing completion and it is anticipated Elms Hall will be ready to host classes for the spring semester. 

Elms Hall Renovation Information 

Moore Hall Existing Entrance

Renovate Moore Hall for Student Life

Construction finish: Summer 2027

Moore Hall was built as a dining hall to serve Moore Complex and the Towers, but is being used for offices at this time. The facility and housing master plans indicate that Moore Hall should be returned to student life use. 

Moore Hall Renovation Information