Board of Trustees approves Alter renovation

By: Lydia Rogers ~Staff Writer~ The Xavier Board of Trustees has officially approved the $18 million renovation to Alter Hall. Until closing for the Spring 2013 semester, Alter had been Xavier’s primary classroom building for over 50 years. Since its construction, nearly every Xavier student and faculty member has passed through its doors. Its inability to be used as a learning space has had a strong impact on the function of the campus., making the creation of new classroom spaces (like those in the Cintas Center and the Alumni Center) necessary. The financial approval for renovation seems to have finally … Continue reading Board of Trustees approves Alter renovation

Xavier University cements its plans for Alter Hall’s restoration

By: Lydia Rogers Xavier’s Alter Renovation Team (ART) held forums over the past two weeks to discuss the restoration of Alter Hall. The forum was open to all Xavier students and aimed to inform them about the vision as well as gain their input. However, due to scheduling conflicts with a number of university meetings and events, there were few in attendance. “We were disappointed with the turnout,” ART Co-chair Lynda Kilbourne said. “We have been working hard on these plans and we are excited to share them.” All students and faculty are encouraged to attend. “Hopefully those who couldn’t … Continue reading Xavier University cements its plans for Alter Hall’s restoration