March 20, 2018

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Volume 107, Issue 23

Texas State water ski team continues to flourish SEE WATER SKI PAGE 9

HALL

Elliott Hall to turn into office spaces By Jakob Rodriguez Assistant News Editor Elliott Hall opened its doors to residents in 1963 but will be closing in May and will add staff office and teaching spaces. Elliott Hall is comprised of three buildings: A, B and C, totaling 37,293 square feet. The estimated total repurposing project cost is $6.5 million. "A specific college or major has yet to claim the space," said Michael Petty, director of facilities planning. Petty said the existing infrastructure was a factor in the decision of repurposing the hall into office and classroom space. The proposed renovations include changes to modify the buildings from bedrooms to classrooms and offices. The remaining rooms will be converted for use as faculty and staff offices with supporting functions such as printing, lounge and break areas.

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Elliot Hall houses students for one last semester before the University decides its fate. PHOTO BY TYLER JACKSON

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