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Hekman Library

The Hekman Library (Commons Union Phase 1) construction is complete.

 

Phase 1 ✔

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Campus Ministries new office space within the Commons Union.

The newly renovated space provides a central location for:

  • Campus Ministries,
  • the Career Center,
  • Career Services,
  • the Center for Student Success,
  • the Center for Intercultural Student Development,
  • TRIO Programming,
  • the Coordinator for Sexuality Programming and Student Support,
  • Campus Involvement and Leadership,
  • the CIT Helpdesk,
  • Honors and Cohort Programs,
  • the Service-Learning Center,
  • Student Senate,
  • Chimes,
  • Dialogue,
  • Nexus Peer Financial Coaching,
  • and other students organizations.

The renovation created large gathering spaces, the Commons Union, and study spaces for students. Heritage Hall remains on the 200 level, adjacent to renovated spaces for learning and collaboration.

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Students gather and study in the Commons Union lobby and enjoy the vibe of Peets Coffee.

The 300 level of the library features updated library staff offices, new circulation and reference desks, Calvin’s Rhetoric Center, a new computer classroom, updated group study rooms, and additional seating and study spaces for library visitors.

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Tables and chairs fill the study area of the Commons Union for small group work and team meetings.