Although the D.P. Culp Center renovations are almost complete, construction on campus will continue into the fall semester. This work will include such projects as the new apartments on the east side of campus and new HVAC upgrades in several buildings.
Campus construction has been an issue since last August when students were sent through a maze of signs and closures while trying to find their way through the Culp Center. Most areas have since been reopened, but equipment and workers are still a common sight.
The building was closed for a few days during the first week of May to allow contractors to make the final connections for the new electrical system, according to Tony Warner, assistant vice president for University Center and ID Services.
Warner says that there are a few final steps necessary in order to complete the renovation of the D.P. Culp. The Auditorium, located on the first floor, should be re-opened by the end of May, said Warner. He also said that a new fire alarm system is set to be completed in June as well as the final touches on the Information Desk.
Re-opening for the fall semester, the Information Desk will be located on the second floor of the Culp Center for easy access from two of the most heavily used entrances to the building.
Besides offering services which are available at other college information desks, the one in the D.P. Culp will be state-of-the-art. There will be student employees capable of answering a variety of questions and providing information about both the university and community.
A Web site will also be created to supplement the information found at the desk. Warner plans to “work closely with many departments on campus. We plan to provide support to their missions.” With this idea in mind, the Information Desk will offer an array of information and applications from several popular departments on campus such as Admissions and Financial Aid. “The biggest change will be no construction equipment, workmen, blocked hallways, closed elevator, dust everywhere, etc. We will have a newly renovated building back in place for all of us to enjoy,” said Warner.

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