This project will renovate the 37,732 square foot residence hall, providing upgraded infrastructure, new windows, roof system upgrades, new interior and exterior doors, new HVAC system, new plumbing pipes and fixtures, new electrical and fire protection systems, and new interior finishes throughout the building. Additional common spaces will be created, and the building will include ADA compliant features, abatement of all hazardous materials, and inclusion of sustainability initiatives.
Housing & Dining Comprehensive Facilities Plan
This project is a part of a long-term, comprehensive plan to modernize and revitalize William & Mary's residential and dining facilities. The project spans 10 years over three phases to address aging residence and dining halls and ensure they advance the integration of living and learning on campus. Learn more...
Progress: Working Drawings were completed in January and submitted to DEB for review. Construction is anticipated to begin after the conclusion of the 2023 spring semester.
Building Committee
Abby Houser, Associate Budget Director Adam Witkowski, Project Manager Chris Durden, Director of Business Operations, Res Life Dan Pisaniello, University Architect Sam Hayes, Chief Facilities Officer Ginger Ambler, Vice President for Student Affairs Maggie Evans, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs
Renovations of the Monroe and Old Dominion residence halls are the first projects being completed under the new Housing and Dining Comprehensive Facilities Plan. Together these renovation projects will renew and modernize residential offerings in the historic area of campus.
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While the Monroe Hall renovations place a primary focus on interior renewals, accessibility improvements and pedestrian walkway updates will be made on the project site.
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Exterior spaces surrounding Monroe will become geothermal well fields to support the renovated residence hall.
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Modifications to Monroe Hall's main entrance sequence will improve accessibility to the residence hall.
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The site development of Monroe Hall will feature landscape improvements along with the creation of geothermal well fields.
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Modernizing the interior spaces of Monroe Hall will create spaces for residents to gather, study, and socialize.
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The central stairway and lounge spaces create unifying interior spaces for residents on all floors of Monroe Hall.
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Common spaces on each floor of Monroe Hall will feature contemporary furniture and finishes, modernizing the interiors of the historic residence hall.
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