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Construction of ULV's new Plaza begins

Ground has been broken and the construction has begun on the University of La Verne's new three-tiered Plaza, which will link the renovated Sports Science & Athletics Pavilion to the brand-new Sara and Michael Abraham Campus Center building.

As mid-July heat soared and the renovation and construction work continued inside the Pavilion, heavy equipment began shaping the Plaza area. Workers were careful not to disturb the majestic oak tree that will serve as anchor for the new gathering area.

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At the same time, a separate project closely related to construction of the Plaza and Pavilion renovation also got under way: The creation of a new chilled water plant for the main campus. Once complete, the plant will service buildings on campus, including the Pavilion, providing chilled water to reliably and efficiently cool all connected structures. When constructed, the chiller plant will significantly reduce energy consumption and decrease noise pollution throughout campus.

The Plaza, designed by Mark von Wodtke of Claremont Environmental Design Group, will feature three levels of circular pads and will be the university's newest outdoor meeting place. The design allows for individual study or relaxation, meetings of small groups or classes, or the staging of larger performances or rallies.

The Plaza, which has been described as ULV's new "town square," is part of the Campus Center Project, for which nearly $13 million in gifts and pledges has been raised through private donations. Completion of the Campus Center Project will enrich campus life for ULV students and strengthen the university's recruitment and retention position. It will also serve to inspire further campus improvements.