NVC Cedar Elm STEM Center Receives Design Award
2022年11月17日
The Cedar Elm STEM Center (CESC) at 西北维斯塔学院, 由Overland Partners设计, won the 圣安东尼奥 Institute of Architects (AIA) 2022 Educational Place Award last Tuesday evening. The award recognizes design excellence of projects that make a positive impact in 圣安东尼奥.
Vice President for 大学 Services, 艾琳·谢尔曼, leads the planning and execution of college construction projects at NVC. The CESC transformational design partnership with Overland Partners began in 2019, and the majority of construction occurred during the COVID pandemic. The grand opening celebration occurred in May 2022.
Erin said construction during the pandemic was not without challenges but seeing “the joy and excitement of students, faculty and staff learning and collaborating in the building is a testament to the work and perseverance of the project team.” She expressed her gratitude to the team leading this project, “Thank you to the NVC team for the monumental lift completing this building that provides transformational opportunities for our community.”
At 52,550平方英尺, CESC是一个创新的, 基于项目的学习中心, 鼓励好奇心, 创造力, and collaboration among students in fields of science, 技术, 工程, 和数学(STEM). The two-story elevated lobby and common space, wrapped in dramatic lake and tree canopy views, is the social hub for celebrating STEM on campus through events such as the Sci-Tober science fair, 和STEAM Blast活动. The CESC is nestled in a natural setting, 有许多成熟的树木, which were preserved and incorporated into the landscape. A variety of protected outdoor spaces leverage the existing tree canopy and provide space for immersion in nature. Other site amenities include places for outdoor learning, and a dedicated food truck station.
亚当•布什, Overland Partners的负责人, said “This award is a testament to the project’s quality and positive impact. On behalf of Overland and our entire design team, I want to thank 西北维斯塔学院 for the opportunity to contribute to such a successful and transformational project for our community.”
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西北远景学院(NVC), part of the 十大网赌正规网址官网区, is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution. The college opened in 1995 with 12 students and has grown to one of the largest institutions of higher education in 圣安东尼奥 and the region with current enrollment exceeding 19,000名学生. 位于韦斯特多佛山, NVC’s expanding agreements with business and higher education partnerships provide a wealth of opportunities for students and the community.