construction Archives - Page 2 of 4 - The Chimes

Access to the patio encourages study group gatherings

Students regain access to a popular study location just in time for exam season.

Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice • April 25, 2018

The patio area outside the doors of Common Grounds and Eagles’ Nestdoubles as a popular spot for students wanting to study outdoors, but construction got in the way of this frequented study spot and students had to find new places throughout campus to do their homework. REMINISCENT OF OLD Whether...

Fallen panel causes middle campus closure

Facilities management remains unsure why the panel shifted, but plans to secure every one.

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • March 21, 2018

Working to increase safety after a clip malfunction over a month ago,facilities management will reinstall the panels under the canopy by Eagles’ Nest and Common Grounds within three weeks. A SLIPPED CLIP Originally installed in spring 2016, the panels did not have support screws present as in...

Lower campus to improve barriers to deter criminals

Departments partner with Campus Safety to provide additional security measures for vulnerable area.

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • January 22, 2018

After observing a record number of individuals coming onto lower campus with criminal intent, Campus Safety and facilities management will construct a larger wall behind Hart Hall this summer. “FOR US, THIS IS PERSONAL” The isolated areas behind Hart Hall and along the adjacent creek have...

Drain pipe extension clogs traffic

Facilities paves way for new batting cages.

Quinn Gorham, Writer • October 8, 2017

Facilities paves way for new batting cages.

Science center move-in delayed

Rain cannot damper students’ and faculty’s excitement about the opening of the new center.

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • September 19, 2017

Rain cannot damper students’ and faculty’s excitement about the opening of the new center.

Downpour loosens watertight schedule

The science center’s water tight milestone has been pushed from March 14 to April 15 due to rain.

Daisy Gonzalez, Writer • April 11, 2017

The science center’s water tight milestone has been pushed from March 14 to April 15 due to rain.

Crime Log ― February 20-26

Grand Theft, Petty Theft and Disturbing the Peace

Jana Eller, Office Manager • February 28, 2017

Grand Theft, Petty Theft and Disturbing the Peace

Fundraising continues for science center

After the $180 million campaign comes to an end, funding the science center does not.

Jana Eller, Office Manager • February 27, 2017

After the $180 million campaign comes to an end, funding the science center does not.

Campaign caps off with $214 million

After fundraising for five years, campaign makes an effort to bless students through scholarships and various improvements.

Rebecca Mitchell, Writer • February 14, 2017

After fundraising for five years, campaign makes an effort to bless students through scholarships and various improvements.

Construction adds travel time

Road construction at local intersection hinders students’ commute.

Jana Eller, Office Manager • December 7, 2016

Road construction at local intersection hinders students’ commute.

Pumpkin season brings savory celebration

Deliciousness abounds as SPA predicts talent exuding from the stage on McNally lawn.

Samantha Gassaway, Writer • October 26, 2016

Deliciousness abounds as SPA predicts talent exuding from the stage on McNally lawn.

Final beam signed

Students and faculty made their mark on the new science building.

Jana Eller, Office Manager • September 20, 2016

Students and faculty made their mark on the new science building.