New-look ISO receives rave reviews A dormitory from the 1920s got a facelift this summer and it hasn’t taken long for grateful residents to take notice. The dormitory was completely cleared out following the end of the school year in the spring, in order for crews to remove all the furniture, tear up the carpet and remove asbestos from the flooring. When the four-floor dorm had been completely stripped, new carpet was laid, the walls were painted and even new trim was installed, giving the old building’s interior a fresh, younger look. An industrial strength flooring has also been installed in the hallways, allowing for easier cleaning. Students moving in this fall have been quick to notice the transformation. “I especially like the renovations in the lounge area,” returning ISO-resident Ben Seidler shared. “Instead of just one we now have two nice round tables and we have a big long table as well. I really appreciate that aspect of the changes.” Even students new to ISO living
have expressed their approval of their new accomadations. The lounge of ISO has also added a new flat screen television, complements of the generous gifts of the Seminary Guild. New flat screens have also been installed at the various lounges in F and G dorms as part of the same gift. There has been a lot of work taking place outside of Isolation as well, with construction taking shape on the planned courtyard area between the dorm and the renovated cafeteria in Wartburg. Bricks have been laid, creating an inviting patio area where picnic tables can be used, as well as two grills have been planted just in front of the dorm replacing the small, portable one that was used by residents in years before. For more information on the renovations to Isolation or any of the other construction projects ongoing on campus, visit the Phase One website at PhaseOne. csl.edu.
... new carpet was laid, the walls were painted and even new trim was installed, giving the old building’s interior a fresh, younger look.
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