Dickinson College - News and Events - New Science Complex Breaks Ground May 5, 2006

New Science Complex Groundbreaking
May 5, 2006

On May 5, Dickinson began construction of its new science complex with a groundbreaking ceremony at the corner of North College and West Louther streets.

The complex, designed to match the college's innovative, nationally recognized science program, will be the most "ambitious and potentially 'useful' building project in our long history," said President William G. Durden '71 during his opening remarks.

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Photos by A. Pierce Bounds '71, Dickinson College

James and Stamos examine the model of the new complex.

Dr. Benjamin James '34 and Vice President for Campus Operations Nick Stamos discuss plans for the new complex.

Dickinson College Trustee Jennifer Ward Reynolds '77 gives her remarks.

Science faculty members (from left) Andy Skelton, John Henson, Michael Holden and Walt Chromiak pose after the ceremony.

President William G. Durden '71 delivers his opening remarks.

Trustees and guests in attendance included (left to right): John Kohlmeier '56, David Paley '61, Craig Weeks '77, Allen Bell '68 and George Reynolds.

From left: Trustee Jennifer Ward Reynolds '77, William Stuart Amick '93, Wynne Amick '62, President Durden, Dean and Provost Neil Weissman, architect Dusty Rhoads, Inge Paul Stafford '58, John Stafford '59 and Dr. Benjamin James '34.

Inge Paul Stafford '58 congratulates Dr. Benjamin James '34.

Science faculty members (from left) Anthony Pires, Mike Roberts, Cindy Samet '82, Walt Chromiak and Michael Holden pose with the golden shovels.