Rollins College Opens Newly Renovated Science Center
WINTER PARK, Fla. — Rollins College recently celebrated the opening of the $30 million Archibald Granville Bush Science Center, a newly renovated and expanded interdisciplinary science facility.
October 30, 2013
VLK Celebrates Opening of Pope Elementary
HOUSTON — The new Sue Gratehouse Pope Elementary School recently opened to students of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
Illinois Governor Freezes UNO Charter School Construction Funding
CHICAGO — Illinois Governor Pat Quinn has vowed to withhold all further construction funding from the United Neighborhood Organization (UNO), after a second financial scandal has engulfed the charter school operator. The organization, which has constructed 16 charter schools across Chicago, is currently being investigated for securities fraud by the Federal Security Exchange Commission (SEC).
CEFPI Honors School Designs With Project of Distinction Awards
WASHINGTON — The Council of Educational Facility Planners International (CEFPI) recently announced its for new construction and Lee J. Brockway Awards for renovations at its annual conference and exposition in September in Indianapolis, Ind. The awards were presented for outstanding planning and inspired architectural design of high quality learning environments to six exceptional projects.
Richard Freeark
C.W. Driver, a builder serving California since 1919, has announced the promotion of Richard Freeark, LEED AP, to senior vice president of the firm’s San Diego office. Freeark will oversee the office operations and all C.W. Driver projects within the region. Freeark is an industry veteran of 34 years with a specific expertise in the higher education and health care construction markets. Throughout his career, he has been involved in several award-winning projects.
Turf Sweeper
The high-powered, patent-pending Broce “Turf Boss” Sweeper is designed to reduce maintenance time on synthetic fields by up to two-thirds. Though many sweepers require multiple passes, which can lead to overheating and engine damage, the Broce “Turf Boss” requires just one. The system features full, 8’ brush contact, reversible rotation and a radiator designed to operate in up to 140 °F temperatures. These features allow the operator to sweep easily in both directions, and help ensure the life of the product.