卡尔霍恩社区学院, 雅典州立大学, and local legislators celebrated the opening of its new 阿拉巴马艺术中心 (ACA) residence hall apartments with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 4.
据博士说. 吉米·霍奇斯, 卡尔霍恩总统, 的三层, 43,474-square-foot residence hall is the first of its kind, developed primarily for students seeking art degrees through Calhoun or Athens State at the ACA. Alabama Senator Arthur Orr envisioned the living space, and the two institutions worked together to turn the vision into a residence hall proposal. Senator Orr submitted the proposal to Governor Ivey in January of 2020, 回顾一下, Governor Ivey approved $15 million in funding through the Public School and College Authority (PSCA) Bond issue, which was established to help fund construction, 安全改进, and technology upgrades to Alabama’s public schools.
从一开始, the goal of the 阿拉巴马艺术中心 was to model its academic and cultural programs after SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design), which is ideal for Decatur as it already has academic and performance facilities within the footprint of its walkable and culturally vibrant downtown area,奥尔说。. “The main goals and focus for the ACA are to attract more students and increase enrollment, 这将帮助bwin中文网做到这一点,奥尔补充道。.
The new state-of-the-art living facility features 49 ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant apartments that offer a mix of 11 studios, 19个一居室, and 19 two-bedroom units for a total of 68 beds. Each unit is equipped with a refrigerator, 炉/烤箱, 微波, 洗碗机, 洗衣机和烘干机, as well as high-speed internet and Wi-Fi. The building has a post office, leasing office, as well as computer study labs on all three floors. Residents can enjoy common areas throughout the building, along with access to a fenced courtyard, which provides seating for outdoor gatherings. The building will be secured as keyless entry access cards are required to enter the building and will be provided to each resident upon move-in. Video surveillance cameras are located on all exterior entrances and exits of the building to add an extra layer of security. 万一遇到恶劣天气, a 250-mph rated storm shelter is located on the first floor to accommodate a safe space for all residents to take shelter if need be.
“Athens State is thrilled to collaborate with 卡尔霍恩社区学院 to create a living/learning environment for our arts and theatre students,”医生说。. Catherine Wehlburg, President at 雅典州立大学. “This is a new era of opportunity for our students – our students will not just reside at the new ACA Residence Hall, they will thrive as they immerse themselves in a community that is dedicated to fostering their talents and enriching our vibrant, 艺术教育项目!”
The application process is now open and ACA students can apply to be considered for one of the available units. “This is honestly like a dream come true where we can now provide affordable housing for our students,——金·帕克, Calhoun’s Dean of Fine Arts/ACA Executive Director, 说感情. “Providing affordable housing ensures that higher education remains accessible and equitable, enabling all students to pursue their goals without undue financial burden,”医生说。. David Ragsdale, Athens State Dean for the College of Arts & 雅典州立大学理科. “This residence hall is more than just a building. It is a place where friendships will be forged, 梦想会被追求, 无数的回忆将被创造出来.”
“The future is bright for the 阿拉巴马艺术中心 and its students,” commented Dr. 霍奇斯. “We couldn’t have made any of this possible without the help and support of our legislators as well as the guidance from the Alabama 社区 College System. We are extremely grateful for the assistance and look forward to filling the residence hall apartments as quickly as possible,霍奇斯补充道.
To learn more about the 阿拉巴马艺术中心 as well as to view the degree programs that are being offered, 访问 www.alabamacenteforthearts.org. To submit your application for the residence hall apartments, 访问 www.alabamacenterforthearts.org/campus-life/living-here.