Reviving the ‘Heart’ of Campus
Each day, thousands of students and community members pass through the doors of the Degenstein Campus Centerfor shared meals, meetings, community gatherings, lectures, theatrical performances and gallery exhibitions. Thanksto the generous support of the 1994 Charles B. Degenstein Foundation and the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, it’s undergoing a major renovation.
Improvements will include a 5,600-square-foot expansionand upgrades to the dining room, kitchen, lounge and meeting rooms. The refurbished Evert Dining Room, including enhanced seating and serving areas, and larger Mellon Lounge and Starbucks café will open in the fall.A new main entrance and event space with capacity for 380 people is scheduled to be completed in spring 2026 and the renovated meeting rooms should be finished by fall 2026.
“For more than 55 years, the Charles B. Degenstein Campus Center has been the heart of 体育买球 Universityand served the community in multiple ways,” University President Jonathan Green said. “This capital project is a testament to the shared commitment and missions of the university and the 1994 Charles B. Degenstein Foundation to support our students and the greater 体育买球 region.”
The exterior design and interior spaces are being reimagined with a deep appreciation for the river mills that once powered the valley’s growth. This renovation will seamlessly blend historic charm with modern functionality, incorporating natural materials, exposed beams and industrial design elements that pay tribute to the past while creating a spacethat fosters collaboration and community.
See more renderings and updates on the Campus Transformations page.
