MSU to hold a grand reopening ceremony for Mayo Hall Michigan State University will hold a Grand Reopening ceremony for Mary Mayo Hall from 2-4 p.m. Sept. 17, marking the completion of a 16-month renovation.
The event will include a ribbon-cutting at 3 p.m. on the south lawn of Mayo Hall and building tours for guests. Event parking is available in the MSU Grand River Parking Ramp located east of Abbot Road on Grand River Avenue.
Construction for the Mayo project began in May 2008, and included an upgrade of all major mechanical, electrical, ventilation and life safety systems, including sprinklers, smoke detectors and fire alarm systems.
The hall also had a new elevator installed and underwent lighting upgrades, flooring and ceiling replacements, office modifications, reconfiguration of the community bathrooms, replacement of existing plumbing, new windows, roofing and exterior repairs.
Student rooms received new modular room furniture and all common lounges now have new furnishings.
“The Mayo Hall renovation was a sound investment not only for students, but the entire university community,” said Sharri Margraves, director of Campus Living Services. “The hall’s upgrades will be enjoyed by a variety of conference groups who stay there during the summer and serve as an important source of income for MSU.”
Built in 1931, Mayo Hall is part of the West Circle Neighborhood and is located at Michigan Avenue and Abbot Road. As the oldest residence hall on campus, Mayo was identified for updating as part of a comprehensive assessment of facility maintenance and renovation conducted by the Division of Residential and Hospitality Services.
Construction progress at Mayo was chronicled through photos and written descriptions on the Division’s construction log Web site, www.hfs.msu.edu/construction/mayo.html.
Campus Living Services is a department of the Division of Residential and Hospitality Services.
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