Hudson/Rollins Renovation Project

The Hudson/Rollins Renovation Project will begin in February, 2009. Below are some useful facts regarding the upcoming changes.

New planned entrance to Rollins as seen from the corner of Rollins & Virginia.
(Rendering courtesy of Treanor Architects)

Included in the renovation:

• Central air conditioning throughout
• New windows throughout
• New lighting and finishes throughout
• Completely renovated community restrooms
• Expansion/creation of three quiet studies on every floor (one per wing)
• Redeveloped Rollins main lounge to include a student technology lounge/computing area and the relocation of front desk and mail operations
• Elevator equipment upgrade: mechanical and new cars
• Relocation of main pedestrian access to building
• Sprinklers throughout
• New roofing
• Exterior brick work/replacing damaged exterior
• Addition of an emergency generator

Project facts:

• Construction budget is $39 million (shared with Gillett renovation).
• Previously completed upgrades to fire alarm and electrical service will be integrated into the renovation.
• This renovation project is part of Phase 3 of the Residential Life Master Plan.
• Hudson and Gillett are seven story buildings with full basements connected by the common building Rollins.
• The entire complex was constructed in 1965.
• Hudson currently houses 455 students, but this number will be reduced to a minimum of 420 students after renovations are complete.
• Student rooms will be a mixture of traditional double and single rooms.
• The number of ADA compliant bedrooms and restrooms will be increased.
• The upper level of Rollins has been recently updated by Campus Dining Services; therefore, it will not be included in this renovation project.