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students and developers about
two years ago. Students who
were involved voiced concerns
and needs from problems in
their current dorms. Planners
used this information as a guide
or template for designing the
West Quad.
“The buildings have several lit
tle things that will be better for,
the students,” Luna said.
i Not only does West Quad offer
new features for students, it is an
environmentally conscientious
building.
“This is a new trend in dorms,”
Luna said. The building was built
with specially ordered paints and
carpets that are less harmful to
the environment. Luna went on
to say that once the landscaping
is finished, people will notice that
it was planned to have environ
mentally sound drainage and
buffer features that filter water
run-off.
This was one of the primary
drives for building the new dorm.
“Ideally we want this building
to attract students from all dis
ciplines, but we want them to be
aware of the environmental im
plications,” Luna said. In addi
tion, he said, the location of the
new dorm will act as a central
hub to bring students from all
different majors and demo
graphics.
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Construction along Sumter Street has blocked several parking meters.
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Workers wrap up construction in front of Building C.
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