Construction Projects

George C.S. Benson Auditorium (formerly Avery Auditorium)

The top-to-bottom renovation of the auditorium includes expanded performance and lecture space, a new dual purpose glass-enclosed lobby opening onto the Mounds, new seating throughout the facility and an attractive exterior architectural design. Brenda Levin of Levin & Associates Architects, Los Angeles, is the architect for this project (and was the architect for the successful renovation of the Griffith Park Observatory). Now underway, this project is expected to be complete by spring 2010.

View a slideshow of the construction progress.

View the project plans for the auditorium renovation.

Avery Hall 2nd floor renovation blueprints

Commencement Plaza and Recreation Area

The original Sanborn site is being redeveloped to include a recreation area with an outdoor basketball court and sand volleyball court. The central and southern points of the site will be transformed into a landscaped plaza for student orientation and graduation ceremonies. The plaza will feature sustainable landscaping and benches with murals and artwork by students and alumni. This project is expected to be completed by early spring 2010.

View the project plans for the Commencement Plaza and Recreation Area.