Student Center

• New carpet, paint and furniture have been installed in Student Center 4th floor rooms 415, 416 and 417 conference rooms. Decorative acoustical panels are coming soon to help with sound absorption in Room 417.
• The Underground (room 160) had new egress doors, new flooring in the hallway and the adjacent hallway installed.
• Cheery new lighting and freshly painted walls are waiting to welcome you to the lower level Student Center Annex.

College of Communication and Media

The College of Communication and Media is even cooler than before. Facilities has installed two air conditioning systems in the Central Machine Room to make your learning and collaboration experiences more comfortable.

University Police Department

• The replacement of the existing dispatch console public safety radio system for our Police Department is underway as the existing system was obsolete.�� The project also includes the installation and expansion of the existing system to the Bloomfield campus.

• Exterior site improvements were completed at the University Police Headquarters, including reconstruction of the ADA accessible ramp for code compliance, reconstruction of the retaining walls, sidewalk and crosswalk upgrades at the Red Hawk Deck, repainting the building and window frames, and signage replacement.

Dickson Hall

Notice anything different in Dickson? We have renovated Dickson rooms 146-151, 155, 101-102 and 170 for the growing Student Success Center and Administrative Services with new resilient flooring, painting, ceiling, lighting, window treatments and furniture and a newly renovated Multipurpose Seminar Room. Also in Dickson rooms 261, 333, 338 and 431 are now sporting new finishes, lighting, ceiling, furniture and whiteboards.

Freeman Hall��

• New flooring has been installed throughout Freeman Hall corridors, lounges and the main lobby.
• Two classrooms in the basement were modified to accept nine individual sound proof practice booths allowing multiple instruments to be played simultaneously. That’s music to our ears!

University Hall��

• New flooring, paint and furniture welcome you to the University Hall first and third floor Dean Suites and Student Success Center.
• The heat exchanger in University Hall was replaced.

Stone Hall

The new community kitchen in��Stone Hall is almost ready for student use! This project is scheduled to be completed in the month of September.

14 Normal Avenue

The renovation to 14 Normal for Development and Alumni Engagement should be complete and ready for occupancy in November.

School of Business

Refreshed seating area outside of Saxby’s Cafe includes painting and new furniture.

Sinatra Hall

New corridor and lounge flooring, paint and furniture await you at your next collaboration or relaxation in the common areas.

The Village

• New bedroom furniture has been installed throughout the Williams Hall apartments.
• Old and worn signage was replaced with new signage installed throughout Alice Paul Hall.
• The exterior repairs to the stucco façade of Alice Paul Hall is part of a four-year program at The Village.�� The scope of work included selective demolition and reconstruction of the existing joints, building corners, molding, flashing, and sealants. The building façade was power washed and repainted with an elastomeric waterproof coating.
• A total of 776 light fixtures at Alice Paul Hall were retrofitted with new energy efficient LED fixtures, anticipated to conserve approximately 131,600kWh annually.�� The scope of work included all apartment spaces, hallways, lounges, stairwells, and mechanical spaces.

Russ Hall

Russ Hall has received a number of interior upgrades. New flooring, painting and signage was installed throughout the corridors, entry lobby, and Kops Lounge.�� New access control measures have been added at the Kops Lounge entrance in order to ensure the space is prioritized for student residents and can be enjoyed accordingly. New lounge furniture will be installed later in the semester.

Space Occupancy Study

Phase 2 sensors were decommissioned and uninstalled in classrooms, lecture halls, and other student-facing spaces throughout University Hall and Dickson Hall. A report of the findings from this study is being produced by our external partner and the University is in the process of reviewing the data that was collected.

Campus Accessibility

• We are in the process of rolling out a number of improvements for campus accessibility that will increase transparency, visibility, and access throughout the campus. This is the result of an extensive audit performed by our team to identify locations for items such as signage, directional wayfinding, and automatic door operators.
• Crosswalks throughout campus were restriped for improved pedestrian safety. In addition, accessible curb ramps and detectable warning surfaces were replaced at Chapin Drive and a new radar speed feedback sign was installed at Arena Drive.
• A new pedestrian sidewalk was constructed on the west side of Yogi Berra Drive connecting CarParc Diem to Yogi Berra Stadium.�� The scope of work also included installation of new Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons at the CarParc Diem crosswalks for improved pedestrian safety.
• The exterior concrete stairs connecting Lot 23 to Sam’s Place were repaired to include concrete patching, steel nosing replacement, and resetting handrails.

Reid Hall

Relocation of Dr. Elena Petroff’s Lab to the second floor 207/209 room. Also relocated are the low temperature freezers and microscope.

Margaree Coleman-Carter Hall

The demolition of the building, previously known as Webster Hall, took place early this summer to prepare for the new Interdisciplinary Science Building. Check out the demolition time lapse !

Center for Environmental and Life Sciences

We are installing an electric reheat coil and controls to address the coil freezing issues in the penthouse air handling units.

Ice Arena

In preparation for the new refrigeration system to be installed next summer, we extended the campus electrical power grid to the Ice Arena and will realize substantial cost savings due to the reduced cost of electricity.

Hawk Crossing

• We upgraded the fire alarm system at the 200 building of Hawks Crossing.
• The exterior doorways at Hawk Crossings have been painted and the door surrounds will be painted during fall break.

Sprague Library

We have replaced the lighting and controls in the basement and first floor of Sprague Library for substantial energy savings and viewer comfort.

Bloomfield College

Fire protection was added to College Hall at Bloomfield College this summer by adding a sprinkler system to the basement.

Richardson Hall

Two classrooms in Richardson Hall (249 & 250) were combined to create a larger physics teaching area. This was accomplished by removing the common wall and modifying the electric and lighting systems.

Calcia Hall

• Three classrooms in Calcia Hall (108, 209 and 224A) received new furniture that is mobile and provides ADA compliant seating.
• New signage has been installed throughout Calcia Hall.

Bohn Hall

New signage has been installed throughout Bohn Hall.

Up on the Roof…

• Roof conditions are monitored closely by University Facilities and the Student Center was in need of a new lid! We have removed and replaced the existing roof on the 4th floor of the Student Center.
• The lower roof at University Hall was replaced this summer. The roof had been plagued by various leaks recently.
• The entire upper roof at Blanton Hall was also replaced.

Athletics and Recreation

• The existing synthetic turf at the Softball Stadium was removed and replaced with new turf, including updated branding. Go Red Hawks!
• The existing field lighting at Pittser and Sprague Fields were retrofitted with new energy efficient LED fixtures.�� A total of 191 fixtures were replaced, expecting to conserve approximately 180,000kWh annually while providing increased and more evenly distributed lighting.
• The LED lighting panels and controller which illuminate the feature glass wall at the Rec Center was replaced with new lights restoring the luster which has dulled since its original installation back in 2008.
• Air Handling Unit #3 that services the Panzer Swimming Pool area was replaced.
• Panzer Auxiliary Gym is looking fresher these days. We have installed new maple wood plank flooring and we painted, thanks in part to a substantial influx of donor related funding.

Project Photos

Starbucks

Complete renovation of Cafe Diem to Starbucks Cafe. Need we say more? We have a Starbucks on campus!

Starbucks Seating

Starbucks Seating

Starbucks Service Area

Sprague Library

New study furniture has been installed throughout the library. Check it out!

Sprague Library

Sprague Library

Schmitt Hall

• Room 327 – New lounge furniture for your lounging pleasure.

Schmitt Hall Room 327

• Room 329 – CSAM Innovation & Design Lab – Refresh of the existing space includes new paint, lighting, furniture & 3D printing equipment.

Schmitt Hall Room 329

1515 Broad Street

Two new Neuroscience Labs have been installed as well as new shared office support space.

1515 Broad Street Lab

University Police Department Headquarters��

Structural repairs and interior renovation of the University Police Headquarters including both locker rooms, new shower room, new ADA unisex bathroom, new larger and fresher breakroom, and a new armory.

University Police Department Breakroom

University Police Department Locker Rooms

CarParc Diem��

Waterproofing and concrete repairs have been made to the roof level of CarParc Diem as well as the power washing of the exterior facade.

Lot 17 Sidewalk

New temporary walkway at Lot 17 will accommodate the upcoming Webster Hall demolition (projected for Summer 2025).

Lot 17 Sidewalk

Yogi Berra Stadium��

Renovation of Yogi Berra Stadium includes new synthetic turf and locker room improvements.

Yogi Berra Field

Yogi Berra Stadium Locker Room

Panzer Gym��

• New LED lighting was installed in the fitness center as well as the main lobby.
• Replacement of the old scoreboard with new LED scoreboard, shot clocks and scorer’s table!
  

  Panzer Gym Scoreboard

  

  Panzer Gym Scorer’s Table

Webster Hall��

Environmental abatement completed in preparation for building demolition in Summer 2025.

Sinatra Hall

Replacement of the original lobby reception desk with a beautiful new custom millwork desk to comfortably seat two staff members along with new carpet.

Sinatra Hall Reception Desk

Cole Hall��

The AV system in Cole 340 was upgraded to include a projector and screen, better positioned monitors, ceiling microphones, and two cameras with Sound Control Technologies.

Bohn Hall��

Replaced Section C roof on the 11th floor of Bohn Hall.

Bohn Hall Roof Repair

Red Hawk Deck��

A substantial fire in the Red Hawk Deck left parts of the deck in disrepair. These areas were blocked off for safety and security. All repairs were completed, certified, and inspected, and the area was put back in service on June 28, 2024.

Campus Accessibility Map

Significantly-revamped information is now on the accessibility map. This map is for campus community members and visitors highlighting accessible parking, routes, building entrances, automatic door openers, and transit options.

Campus Accessibility Map

Cole Hall – Provost Suite Renovation

Renovated the Provost Suite to include additional private office space for staff.

An Office in the Provost’s Office Suite

Count Basie Facade Repair

Exterior facade repairs and recoating were completed.

Count Basie Facade Repair

Richardson Hall

Room 374 was converted from a storage room into a new chemistry lab including lab casework and fume hood with dedicated exhaust fans on the roof.

Richardson Hall Lab

Student Center South Entry Stair Repair

The former stairs of the Student Center were removed, cleaned and restored with granite stair treads and new steel pipe railings were installed.

Student Center Stair Repair

Student Center Pub

The transformation of the Rathskeller into the 1908 Pub is underway. The new entertainment space will include a bar, Top Golf suites, video games, pool table and lounge seating.

Student Center Pub Under Construction

Richardson Hall��

Refresh to the existing Room 120 lecture hall – new carpet, paint, acoustical panels, seating, AV & whiteboards have been installed to enhance your learning experience.

Richardson Hall 120 Lecture Hall

Bohn Community Kitchen

A New Kitchen in Bohn Hall for students who live in Bohn Hall to cook, socialize, relax, and study.

Bohn Hall Community Kitchen

Bohn Hall Community Kitchen

Irvin D. Reid Hall

Replacement of eight roofs on different levels of Irvin D. Reid Hall was completed.

Irvin D. Reid Hall Roof Repair

Bloomfield Sprinkler Installations at College and Westminster Halls

Installation of basement sprinkler protection in both Westminster Hall and College Hall.

Hawk Crossings Fire Alarm Replacement

Upgrades to the fire alarm system at Hawk Crossing (Building 100).

University Hall��

Updated electrical power, paving improvements and new furniture in the existing Waichungo Family Courtyard has transformed this Zen space.

Waichungo Family Courtyard

Waichungo Family Courtyard

Waichungo Family Courtyard

Campus Signage��

Many signs around campus have been updated to make finding your way around campus even easier. Some of these improvements are:

• Street Signs: Carlisle Avenue / College Avenue
• University Police Department: room ID signs��
• Sprague Library: main floor and 2nd floor signage
• Freeman Hall stair signs��
• Red Hawk Deck: Directory signage

Campus Map in Red Hawk Deck

Red Hawk Trail

Development and trail blazing the first phase of a new multimodal walking and hiking trail in the wooded area between Skyline Walk and Valley Road is underway.

Red Hawk Trail

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Some of the projects we have been working on are:

• What’s all that scaffolding in the Village? We are rehabilitating the stucco facade, washing, and repainting at Williams Hall. This is Phase 1 of a four-year project that will address all buildings in The Village.
  

• Yogi Berra Stadium – we are in the process of replacing the field surface with synthetic turf, performing miscellaneous improvements to the field, renovations to the locker rooms, and construction of new bullpens and batting cages. Improvements will be completed by the start of baseball season 2024.

• Panzer Gym Drainage Improvements – Excavation of the previous drain system and the installation of a new storm drain system on the North & West sides of the Panzer building have been completed. This update will prevent the repeated outdoor flooding.

• Stone Hall Improvements��
  • New Sewer line for lobby bathroom – this project included the excavation and installation of a new underground sanitary discharge pipe to serve the Stone Hall lobby bathroom. The existing pipe was deteriorated and no longer functional.��
  • Installation of two new rooftop HVAC units designed to provide conditioned fresh air and exhaust to the four gang-style bathrooms/showers.
  • Bathroom floor drainage in the Annex – we added linear floor drains immediately in front of the showers in the two annex bathrooms to prevent water migration into the room and hallway. We have also repaired and replaced two clogged floor drains.

• Cell Tower Removals at the Red Hawk Parking Deck, Red Hawk Diner and Freeman Hall.

• Russ Hall LED lighting upgrade includes the replacement of all the lighting fixtures throughout Russ Hall with energy efficient LED fixtures.
• Partridge Hall Cell Tower – Installed all new antennas and equipment cabinets on the roof of Partridge Hall and electrical equipment in the mechanical room on the first floor.
• Dining Hall Loading Dock Repairs – Repairs and restoration of the dining services loading docks at Blanton Hall, Freeman Hall and the Student Center.
• Clove Road Paving and Striping – Resurfacing of the driveway at the Village and the intersection of Clove Road and Yogi Berra Drive.�� All crosswalks were re-striped.
• Bohn Hall – Installation of microwave dishes and equipment cabinets on the roof of Bohn Hall.
• Ice Makers Upgrades – Replacement of old water cooled ice makers with new Air Cooled Ice Makers in Panzer Gym, Student Center, Athletic Annex, Yogi Berra Stadium, the Field House and the Softball Stadium. The new sustainable ice makers reduce our use of water by millions of gallons of water per year, and will reduce the amount of sewer water that the University is sending to the water treatment plant.
• Sprague Library
  • Study Pods – Three new freestanding group study pods have been installed in the library. Two on the 1st floor in Research & Reference Services and one on the 2nd floor. New AV and furniture have also been installed.����
  • Wayfinding Signage – New building directory maps have been installed in key locations within the library, and digital directory maps have been placed on screens throughout the library. A QR code on the maps links users to the web version for help navigating through the library via their mobile device. In addition, some key spaces have been highlighted with painted accents to help users navigate the building. Access Services, Research & Reference Services and Commuter Study have been highlighted so far. There are plans to carry this wayfinding and branding throughout the building in the coming year.

• Williams Hall��
  • Kitchen Replacement – Repairs to six apartments that were damaged from the winter flooding. New flooring, millwork cabinets, appliances and living furniture will be installed.
  • North Corridor Carpet Replacement – All of the north corridors in Williams Hall, which were damaged due to flooding, have received new carpet and wall base to match the existing product in the south corridors.
• Sinatra Hall Lobby Desk Replacement – We are currently designing a reconfigured lobby reception with a new desk to seat two staff members comfortably.

• Nursing Lab Equipment Replacement – Upgrades to the School of Nursing Simulation Lab including new manikins and related accessories.
• Parking Lot 7 Guardrail – Installation of 200-foot guard rail on south side of Parking Lot #7.

• Fuel Management System (At Fueling Pumps) – we’ve upgraded the fuel management system at the campus fueling station to comply with current code requirements.
• Children’s Center
  • Playground – We have replaced the engineered mulch surface at the North playground with a rubberized solid soft surface.
  • Kitchen Renovation – Replaced the kitchen cabinets, countertops, and replaced the dishwasher in the kitchen in room 18.
  • Carpet & Flooring Replacement –�� New carpet has been installed in the four front offices. The existing carpet was old and becoming a tripping hazard. Multipurpose Room 015 also received new resilient tile flooring with an inset in the middle for students to gather. The new flooring in this room will be useful for many events and able to be cleaned easily.
• Kasser Entrance Door has been modified to add ADA motorized door operators.
• Vivarium Surgery Suite – we are in the design phase for modifications to the Vivarium to include a new Surgery Suite.
• Calcia Hall kilns are being replaced.
• New Signage
  • Student Center south��
  • Calcia Hall
  • Drop-In Center
• Dining Renovations – Our new dining vendor, Gourmet Dining, is on campus and we are making many updates to our existing dining locations – and even adding some new ones! Most renovations will be completed by September 2023.
  • Renovations to Blanton Hall Atrium –�� Previously known as Chilis and Jersey Mike’s/Marketplace��
  • New food venues to campus – Calandra’s Bakery and Yellas to Sam’s Place. At Blanton Hall will feature Chick-N-Bap, Ghost Kitchen (featuring local Montclair restaurants which will rotate on a monthly basis).
  • Upgrade of Freeman dining hall to include Teaching Kitchen, Allergen free station and Vegan station.
  • Student Center upgrade to replace Dunkin Donuts with Freshens.
  • “Amazon Go” stores are being installed in the Student Center and Blanton Hall.

• School of Business
  • Converting SBUS 290 into shared office space��
  • Converting Suite 250 space to accommodate six new staff.�� We will be building three private workspaces using a furniture wall system in 250A and three open workstations in 250, along with a meeting table and workspace.
• Recreation Center Reception Desk – We installed a new, larger, accessible reception desk to accommodate staff and visitors.
• Cole Hall��
  • We will be upgrading the AV system in Cole 340 to include a projection system, podium, new speakers, video cameras, and relocation of a monitor for better viewing.
  • Converted Cole 204C from a single office into a double to accommodate new staff.��
  • We will be upgrading the AV system in Cole 340 to include a projection system, podium, new speakers, video cameras, and relocation of a monitor for better viewing in the space.
• Student Center – New lounge furniture in the main 2nd floor lobby.�� Installing wall covering on the wood panels in the core of the space and new signage on doors and elevators will begin this fall.
• Campus Trees Assessment – we have conducted a survey of all trees on South Campus, from Bond House/Lot 1 to Blanton Hall, identifying the health and condition of all landscape trees and any other hazardous conditions within wooded areas. Over 1,600 trees were examined and a formal assessment is being prepared.
• Summer Painting – each year we freshen up various locations throughout the campus. Some notable examples can be found in the Rec Center and Panzer Gym.�� Take a look at the ceiling over the Panzer Pool!

Project Photos

On the Horizon. Here is a sample list of some of the projects we tackling in the coming months:

• • Richardson Hall – Construction of a chemistry lab in an existing storage room on the third floor. Work to commence late fall.
  • Calcia Hall – Lecture Hall 135 Renovation – The room will be offline in the fall semester so that it can be completely renovated. The new design will create a reliable and functional lecture hall for the College of the Arts as well as the entire university.
  • Bohn Community Kitchen – We are in the design phase of converting an old storage space in Bohn 301 into a Community Kitchen to be shared by all residents of Bohn Hall.�� It will include multiple microwaves and a vented range for cooking along with a refrigerator, extensive prep space, a cozy dining area, and a TV for use by students.�� We will also be revamping the elevator lobby to include additional seating and new flooring.�� Work will begin late Fall.��
  • Student Center – Adding foot washing stations to Student Center Annex restrooms on the lower level. Work to be done over Winter Recess.
  • Cole Hall 248 Renovation– Adding private offices to provost suite in Cole Hall. Work to commence by year’s end.
  • Blanton Hall IT Closets – Adding air conditioning to four IT closets. Work to be done over Winter Recess.
  • University Hall Courtyard – we are reviewing ideas to create a refreshed space in the existing University Hall Courtyard. Improvements include all new furniture and lighting, increased access to power and charging, as well as new planting and a central water feature. This project is still in process, with a goal of being completed during the summer of 2024.��

The first 200 students to complete the survey will earn $10.00 in Red Hawk Dollars.

• Sign types include wall-mounted signage, pedestal signage, sandwich boards, stickers to denote properly-distanced seating and furniture layouts, directional floor arrows, “hawk’s feet” floor decals for queuing, and restroom decals
• Each sign type, message, and location was carefully considered with input from building tenants. Signage is designed to be visible, concise, and universal. Signs serve as general reminders as well as wayfinding guides that keep users safe with minimal disruption to traffic flow.
• The team also managed and oversaw the campus-wide installation of plexiglass shield stands for classrooms, offices, and reception spaces
• The team assessed all campus learning spaces and redesigned furniture layouts to allow for proper social distancing between students and faculty.
• Each building floor and classroom space has a detailed set of signage reference plans noting proper locations of all signs, stickers, and shields across campus that we continue to keep up-to-date.
• Team members continue to perform daily building audits to field verify signage plans, replace any missing signs or shields, and ensure the highest level of customer service to all end users.

Additional Fire Prevention Week activities included Fire Prevention Campfire Night in the Russ/Freeman neighborhood, which provided the campus community with the opportunity to learn proper fire extinguisher use. Participants were treated to a special guest appearance from �ǿ����޴�ý’s own Rocky the Red Hawk, who was the first participant in the fire extinguisher training and was able to impressively put out a fire in five seconds.

Later in the week, the Little Falls Fire Department and �ǿ����޴�ý Fire Safety Specialist John D. Keane visited the children and staff of the Ben Samuels Children’s Center. The children were excited to be shown the apparatus and the tools of the firefighter’s trade within Little Falls Company 4’s 125-foot Ladder Truck. Through informational programs and training, the Office of Fire Safety aims to inspire and educate all members of the campus community about the importance of fire safety. National Fire Prevention Week provides the University with the opportunity to raise awareness about fire safety issues during a concentrated and memorable time for everyone involved. We are confident that �ǿ����޴�ý University students and staff will continue to view education related to fire and life safety in the highest regard and we look forward to planning informative community awareness programs for future activities.

TUESDAYS

Overlook 3022

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Basic ESL & Literacy

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.�� Intermediate ESL & Literacy

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.�� Advanced ESL & Literacy

THURSDAYS

Overlook 3022

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Basic ESL & Literacy

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.�� Intermediate ESL & Literacy

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.�� Advanced ESL & Literacy

Basic Computer Classes for University Facilities employees will be held on the following dates and times beginning on September 12:

WEDNESDAYS

Overlook 3002

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Class attendance is restricted to University Facilities employees who have received prior approval from a supervisor.�� For further information, please contact University Facilities Learning & Development at 973-655-3304 or uf-training@montclair.edu.

Students, faculty, and staff can pickup packages, apply for a passport, or have documents notarized on the first floor of this new location. Enter by the sign that says University Facilities.

Please note that you should still use the 1 Normal Avenue address for all mail & packages.

Students are encouraged to use the Amazon Lockers located on campus at:

• Machuga Heights (2nd floor adjacent to front desk) – Verse
• Freeman Hall (Rear hallway past the dining hall) – Soulmate
• Sinatra Hall (1st floor adjacent to front desk) – Julia
• Hawk Crossings (Outside next to the laundry room) – Corvus
• Bohn Hall (Outside in patio area) – Pigtail