Susquehanna University - 2000 to 2009

The spring of 2005 saw the beginning of renovations to the Degenstein Campus Center. The renovation plan included the redesign of the Evert Dining Hall, Encore Café and Mellon Lounge. The diagram shows how Evert Dining Hall would appear after renovations.

This photo shows the shovels that would be used at the August 8, 2008 groundbreaking ceremony for the University's new science building. Upon completion, it would be the largest academic building on Susquehanna University's campus. The 75,000-square facility would include 19 teaching and research labs, 30 prep and support spaces, and a greenhouse on the roof.

On November 6, 2000, a groundbreaking was held for the Nicholas Lopardo Stadium. Lopardo, a member of the class of 1968 as well as the University's Board of Directors, played football and baseball during his time as a student. He was also named to the University's Sports Hall of Fame and the Crusaders Top 100 Players of 100 Seasons football team. The stadium would hold seating for 3,500 spectators as well as a concession stand and press box.

In the fall of 2008, construction began on the University's $33 million science building. The "green" design featured recycled materials in the construction, a roof top green house, water-reduction capabilities and energy-efficient HVAC systems. As part of the "Changing Lives, Building Futures" campaign, donors were able to support the "green" construction of the building through various pedges and donations.