Vol. 100 Issue 6 August 22, 2012 A St. Mary’s University Publication Since 1925
Dining Program page 5
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New semester brings new changes Dear St. Mary’s University those of you who are new to St. Mary’s, I extend a Family, special welcome. As a relative newcomer myself, I know you have many questions and perhaps even Welcome to campus! I feel a bit of trepidation. But remember, everyone hope that your summer has here is eager to make your experience an enriching been an enjoyable one and and fulfilling one. that you are energized to I believe most of us choose to be at St. Mary’s take advantage of the many because it is a community of faith. Together, we opportunities that await you aspire to live our mission. As educators, we challenge this semester. you to excel academically. Also of great importance If you are a returning student, I expect you are to us as a Catholic and Marianist institution is your looking forward to your classes, catching up with formation in faith. Our wish is that you take what old friends, and settling back into university life. For you learn at St. Mary’s – in the classroom, through
your service to community, and in your daily interactions with others – out into the world to live purposeful lives and make valuable contributions for the common good. So, thank you for being here. I look forward to meeting you during the semester, whether it be in the hallway of St. Louis Hall (it looks terrific, doesn’t it?), on the Quad, or at a sports or social event. I want you to feel as welcome on campus as I do! Thomas M. Mengler, J.D. President
Construction progresses on campus Alex Eakins
NEWS EDITOR
The debut of the newly renovated Diamondback Café is the highlight of a summer full of construction for the University, which took on several simultaneous projects that will have a visible impact to the campus. According to Rebeckah Day, vice president of administration and finance, the University committed itself to at least seven large projects over the summer. “With the exception of the Outdoor Sports Complex, which will not be complete until May 2013, the projects are substantially on
schedule,” Day said. As with any construction projects, there are significant costs involved with undertaking several projects at once. “The projects have a combined cost of approximately $30 million, and the funding has been planned and approved, prior to the start of construction,” Day said. “Projects are funded through a combination of donor gifts, grants and University support. Aramark is funding the cafeteria renovation, Chick-fil-A, POD on the Quad (convenience store) and Starbucks.” see CAMPUS page 2
The grand opening for the Starbucks located in the library commons is scheduled for Sept. 4. w Photo by Adriana Avila
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