The Heart of the U of S Campus Re-opens

Posted August 24, 2005


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -August 24, 2005
2005-08-04-OTHER

The Heart of the U of S Campus Re-opens

After a period of renewal and conservation, the 93-year-old College Building
will be reopened on the University of Saskatchewan campus in early
September. Guided public tours will be available from 9-10 a.m. and from 2-4
p.m. Sept 7, 8 and 9. Student ambassadors will also be available to answer
questions on Sat. Sept 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome and
assistance is available for those with disabilities.

After this time, self-guided tours can take place while the building is open
- 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Informational brochures will be
available at the building entrances.

The College Building, was the first building on campus and is the physical
and emotional heart of the University. The rehabilitation of the building
was one of the largest heritage conservation projects in Canada. Designated
both a national historic site and a provincial heritage property, the
College Building is considered the centerpiece of the University and serves
as a sign of renewal for not only the campus but also the city and the
province.

In its stoic past, it has housed classrooms, laboratories, and the library.
It hosted dances, music recitals, and even the Queen. Now, the building is
the home of the University Art Collection, the Amati Quartet in Residence,
Student and Enrolment Services Division, the senior administration and a
stirring memorial honouring students, staff and faculty who served in World
War I.

More information is available online at: www.usask.ca/collegebuilding or
email college.building@usask.ca

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