The much-anticipated Recreation and Wellness Center won’t open for another eight or nine months, but a few members of the community got a peek at its three-story interior last week.
Among them were representatives from UMSL’s Student Government Association, including comptroller Dominic Margherio, who was impressed with the features of the facility itself and also the scenic views it provides.
“I think that looking out from the Rec Center will give a lot of students a greater appreciation of what our campus actually looks like,” the UMSL senior said.
Assistant Dean of Students Miriam Roccia noted that glass and sightlines were emphasized during the design phase of the project, maximizing the capacity for natural light and beautiful views.
“Nearly everywhere that you don’t see green or brick or purple right now is going to be glass,” said Roccia, who helped lead the Oct. 23 tour along with River City Construction project manager Chris Hart.
The $36 million, student-driven project began taking shape on North Campus earlier this year. It remains on track for completion by the beginning of the fall semester in 2015, Hart said.
Reviewed 2014-10-28