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Katherine Lehman

Author: Katherine Lehman

Facilities Construction Project Updates

It’s that time of year again! We have a busy summer ahead of us once again with over 40 projects either already underway or kicking off after Commencement to enhance our Campus! Watch for weekly updates at that time! A few that have already started are:

Banta Bowl Team Complex: Groundbreaking for the new Team Complex took place on May 3. The new building will be sporting two lockers rooms with 42 wooden lockers in each, bathrooms, showers, multi-purpose room and a plaza with an outdoor TV for LU sports updates.

Whiting Field reconstruction and expansion: Watch for a new running track, jumping plaza, improved grass infield, and new walkway for safer access to all areas.

Wellness Center: You may have noticed work being done on the southeast wall with the installation of new windows, doors, efis, gutters, and downspouts.

As always – safety first! Do not enter construction areas! Please be mindful of your surroundings at all times as construction is in full swing. Should you have questions or see anything concerning as you’re out and about, please contact Katherine in Facilities Operations at: Katherine.lehman@lawrence.edu or at ext. 6893

Warch Campus Center Scheduled Crane Work

Boldt is planning to have a small crane on-site Thursday, March 23, from 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM. They plan to put barriers around the crane and flag off the areas under where they are picking. Access to Warch will not be affected.

Facilities Operations asks that you please practice safety and be aware of your surroundings while in the area. Please let us know if there are any questions or concerns. As always thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Warch Campus Center Update

Thank you everyone for your patience and attention to safety as we executed a very large portion of the freight elevator project at the Warch Campus Center on Tuesday. Looking forward, we have concrete work taking place on Friday the 20th and some small crane work on Tuesday the 24th. After that, the work out in front of Warch should be minimal. As always, safety first please!

Should you have any questions or concerns, please reach out: katherine.lehman@lawrence.edu

Attention! Important Reminder for Warch Campus Center

On Tuesday, January 17th, the penthouse for the new freight elevators is being hoisted on to the roof of Warch Campus Center. Due to having a large crane on E. Boldt Way, there will be barricades in place and people supervising for foot traffic safety. However, please be aware and cautious of your surroundings at all times while in the area. Inside Warch, there will be areas and a stairwell caution-taped off for safety. Please do not enter these areas. Please note that the freight elevators will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, the 16th and 17th, and the link/hallway between Sage Hall and Warch will also be closed on Tuesday, the 17th.

Warch Campus Center Project Update

The freight elevator replacement has begun in the Warch Campus Center. On Tuesday, the 17th, there will be a 100 ton crane in front of Warch to lift and place the elevator penthouse. Please note that the freight elevators will not be operable on the 16th and 17th, but the passenger elevator will still be available. Please be aware and cautious of your surroundings while in the area. Should you have any question or concerns, please contact: katherine.lehman@lawrence.edu

LU Fleet Vehicle Rental Policies and Procedures

Please note: going forward all Lawrence University Vehicle Rental Policies and Procedures will be strictly adhered to. If you utilize the Lawrence vehicle rental program, please take time to read the policies in the link provided. Some important highlights:

  • Must be an LU authorized driver
  • Requests must be submitted no later than 4:00pm, two full business days in advance. Example: If you need a vehicle at noon on Monday, submit the vehicle reservation form by 4:00pm on the preceding Wednesday.
  • “No shows” – a $40 fee when groups or individuals fail to pick up their vehicle as requested.
  • Late Cancellations – a $25 fee will be charged when cancelling after 4:00 pm, less than two
    full business days’ prior to the scheduled departure time. This fee would be waived if
    adverse weather conditions cause trip cancellation
  • Given the limited number of available Fleet vehicles and the expense of rental vehicles, employees are encouraged to use their personal vehicles for short University (non-student) business trips.

Lawrence University Vehicle Use Policies and Procedures:

https://www7.lawrence.edu/mw/Vehicle%20policy%20%28revised%207.19%29

Important (and exciting!) Campus Construction Updates

The Drew Street Bridge is officially open for pedestrian traffic! Please be aware that work will continue under the bridge and Drew Street will remain closed, but pedestrian traffic above has a green light!

The Gateway Welcome Arch is complete and looks amazing! The official unveiling is today, Thursday, September 1st at 4:00 PM!

Quad 2 at 206 S. Lawe Street has all new updated bathrooms and new flooring in the lobby and common area. Another project complete that looks wonderful!

Warch Campus Center is receiving its new mail & package lockers this week!

As always – safety first! Do not enter construction areas! While many projects are wrapping up, there is still construction taking place around campus. Please be mindful of your surroundings at all times. Should you have questions or see anything concerning as you’re out and about, please contact Katherine in Facility Services at: Katherine.lehman@lawrence.edu or at ext. 6893

Important Campus Construction Updates

The Drew St. Bridge is on course to be open for pedestrian traffic by Labor Day! Road work will still be underway as they clear in preparation for the rip rap.

The Gateway Welcome Arch is near completion. What a stunning addition to our beautiful campus! Watch for the announcement for the unveiling!

The Riverside Trail has beautiful new landscaping. Enjoy a walk when you have time to check it out!

Warch Campus Center’s new flooring is installed on the second floor and the new automated mail boxes will be coming soon.

As always – safety first! Do not enter construction areas! While many projects are wrapping up, there is still construction taking place around campus. Please be mindful of your surroundings at all times. Should you have questions or see anything concerning as you’re out and about, please contact Katherine in Facility Services at: Katherine.lehman@lawrence.edu or at ext. 6893

Important Campus Construction Updates

Many projects are wrapping up! Let’s talk about residence halls!

Kohler Hall: window install and basement remodel will be wrapped up by Friday.

Brokaw Hall: floors 3 & 4 have new windows and blinds, and new ceiling tiles in the hallways.

Sage Hall: lighting has been installed in the resident rooms, along with new blinds.

Res Life:

  • New furniture has been installed in:
    • 741 E. Boldt Way
    • 742 E. Boldt Way
    • 203 N. Union
    • Brokaw 3rd floor lounge
    • Trever public space
    • Quad 4 public space.
  • New flooring has been installed in:
    • Colman Hall floors 2, 3 & 4 hallways
    • 741 E. Boldt Way public space
    • 203 N. Union public space
    • Sage lobby
    • Trever hallways
  • Quad 2 and 741 E. Boldt Way first floor bathrooms have been updated
  • New ceiling tiles have been installed in several of the buildings  

As always – safety first! Do not enter construction areas! While many projects are wrapping up, there is still construction taking place around campus. Please be mindful of your surroundings at all times. Should you have questions or see anything concerning as you’re out and about, please contact Katherine in Facility Services at: Katherine.lehman@lawrence.edu or at ext. 6893