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Long Walk Restoration and Renovation
In 2008, the College's Long Walk- the first group of buildings constructed on the Summit Street campus, located in the campus's heart- received a $32.9 million restoration and renovation. The decision to renovate came quickly, as it became clear that the wear and tear on the aging buildings could no longer be ignored.
The buildings were originally designed by William Burges and constructed in 1897.
The architectural firm, QA+M, led the project, resulting in the team earning the 2009 AIA Connecticut Design Award. The project included restoring stone masonry, steel windows, leaded glass, slate roofing and copper flashings, copper gutter systems, and stone ornamentation. The QA+M firm also reconstructed original entry and suite layouts, then renovated interiors to provide code-complying exit ways and fire stairs, new bathroom facilities, restored finishes, and new furnishings.
The decision to renovate the Long Walk came to be under the presidency of James F. Jones, Jr.. Cracks were detected in the structure of Jarvis Hall and Seabury Hall, as well as other delayed maintenance issues. In September 2005, the renovation was officially announced, preparing students for a 24-month project.
Some students were shocked or annoyed by the College's quick decision to begin the renovation. In particular, students living in Jarvis Hall were frustrated by the lack of entry and exit ways. Students living in the dorm questioned the lottery system as well, questioning if the College's renovation would be factored into their numbers. Parking was another issue, with 50 faculty spots lost to the project.