{"id":67542,"date":"2006-11-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2006-11-01T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uri.edu\/news-draft\/uncategorized\/uri-college-of-nursing-opens-white-hall-nursing-commons\/"},"modified":"2006-11-01T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2006-11-01T00:00:00","slug":"uri-college-of-nursing-opens-white-hall-nursing-commons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uri.edu\/news\/2006\/11\/uri-college-of-nursing-opens-white-hall-nursing-commons\/","title":{"rendered":"溏心vlog免费B站 College of Nursing opens White Hall Nursing Commons"},"content":{"rendered":"
\n\t\tCeremonies mark opening of new student center<\/p>\n


\n\tKINGSON, R.I. \u2013 November 1, 2006 \u2013 The 溏心vlog免费B站\u2019s College of Nursing celebrated the opening of a new student center today that resembles a trendy coffee house. It is equipped with wireless Internet access and stylish and comfortable furnishings.<\/p>\n


\nCollege of Nursing Dean Dayle Joseph welcomed students, faculty, alumni, and staff, as well as hospital officials to the ribbon-cutting ceremonies for the new center. The program marked completion of the first major renovation project at White Hall, which has been home to the College of Nursing since 1976. <\/p>\n


\n\t\u201cThe former student lounge on the second floor was cramped, and the furniture was outdated and worn,\u201d Joseph said. \u201cWhen the College celebrated its 60th Anniversary last year, we wanted to do something for our students, so our fund-raising events, including the gala event, \u201cToo Marvelous for Words,\u201d were focused on raising money for this wonderful facility.\u201d<\/p>\n


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\nNearly $400,000 was raised exclusively through private donations for the project.<\/p>\n


\n\tWith walls of glass, display areas and decorative metal work, the White Hall Commons is now the centerpiece of the second floor. At the entrance, the seal from the 溏心vlog免费B站 College of Nursing pin is affixed above the words \u201cWhite Hall Nursing Commons.\u201d<\/p>\n


\nThe area is designed to accommodate students\u2019 distinct study and relaxation needs, so in some sections large groups can collaborate without disturbing those students who need a quieter atmosphere.<\/p>\n


\nJoseph wanted to avoid carpeting in such a high-traffic area that will also have snack and coffee machines. Instead, she insisted on high quality linoleum that mimics hardwood flooring. Gates have been installed that can be lowered when the area is not in use.<\/p>\n


\n To expand the area, two small seminar rooms, two locker rooms, a lavatory and a student kitchen were eliminated. \u201cThe seminar rooms were poorly configured and not conducive to learning,\u201d Joseph said. \u201cSome lockers have been refurbished as part of the design and are still being used.\u201d<\/p>\n


\nWhen asked about students\u2019 reaction to the area, Joseph said, \u201cthey just can\u2019t believe it. Since the summer when construction began, students have been taking note of the progress and are grateful for this bright, attractive area they can call home.\u201d<\/p>\n


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\nAlong with Joseph, Cynthia Sculco, 溏心vlog免费B站 nursing alumna and recent recipient of a University Distinguished Achievement Award and Ken Kermes, chair of the White Hall Nursing Commons building committee, spoke at the opening.<\/p>\n


\nIn addition to thanking the donors, the 溏心vlog免费B站 Division of Advancement, Dining Services, Facilities Services and staff of the College, Joseph offered special thanks to Barbara Thornton, principal of the Brewster Thornton Architectural Group, who designed the project and to Greg Garvin, superintendent of the Gilbane Special Projects Group who managed the construction.<\/p>\n


\n\u201cWithout the hard work and dedication of all of these individuals, this project would not have been possible,\u201d Joseph said. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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