WCC Student Center to Undergo Major Renovation

WCC Student Center to Undergo Major Renovation

The Student Center will undergo a major renovation beginning in May of this year. The building, which was built in the 1960’s, was outgrown years ago by the burgeoning student population and is in dire need of more space and modernization of the fundamental building systems. The construction will be done in three phases and will last approximately 18 months. An additional 8,000 square feet of space will be added to the building, and all of the infrastructure, including HVAC, Lighting, Plumbing and Electrical, will be replaced. The result will be an up-to-date facility with a new and larger kitchen and dining area, a new lounge and study area, more space for Student Health Services, Security, and Student Affairs offices, and a new and much needed quiet area. The building will remain open during the renovation to provide uninterrupted student services. The existing kitchen and cafeteria space will continue to operate until the new facility is completed; then the old space will be used for something else. Viking News, WARY and Student Affairs offices will be temporarily relocated. The primary goal of the $22 million renovation project is to improve the quality of student life on campus.