Campus Moves | Photo by Bethany Althauser | The Wright State Guardian
Over the summer, the Dayton campus experienced a large amount of moves and renovations across the entire campus. Here are those changes and what some workers are saying about them.
Changes
Allyn Hall is now home to the College of Liberal Arts, the Department of Public Safety and a new student lounge. The dean’s office, advising offices, WSUPD and the lounge are located on the first floor.
Millett Hall is now home to the College of Health, Education and Human Services and the Office of Partnerships and Field Experiences, both of which are located on the first floor. The nursing labs still currently reside in the basement of University Hall but will move to Millett at a future date.
The Culture and Identity Centers are located in Student Union 019 and 023. The eSports lounge is now in SU 029. Student Organizations and the Student Involvement and Leadership Center are next to the bookstore, with SILC opening around Sept. 8. UCIE has not moved yet but will move in September to the second floor of the SU.
University Hall is now home to the Graduate Program and Honors Study, the registrar's office and the Financial Aid Office. The Graduate Program and Honors Study is located on the first floor in the former dean’s suite. The Registrar's Office and the Financial Aid Office will be located in suite 101 with RaiderConnect.
The Landing’s new look
The campus bookstore, The Landing, underwent major renovations this summer. With the bookstore sporting a new and modernized look, students can expect ease and beauty when going to pick up their textbooks or buy merchandise.
Renee Pennachio, the new manager of The Landing, says that she is really excited to be hiring new employees in a new space. Pennachio says that the improvements to the bookstore do not stop here—the completion of the bookstore itself is only phase one. Phase two will see seating added in front of the bookstore and an expansion in the current displays.
Bryanna Greene, a psychology student employed at the bookstore for the last 2 years, states that the move was great in the long run, despite its trying moments for bookstore staff.
“It feels very fresh,” Greene commented.
Impact of changes
Rob Thompson, the University Architect, says that the changes provide an enhanced experience for students.
“I see the effects of the changes to provide a better overall experience for our students,” Thompson said. “Whether it is bringing similar academic programs together under one roof…providing student services in a more convenient manner…or providing a more vibrant and engaging recreation and social experience.”
Greg Sample, the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, was unavailable for comment at this time.
