Frequently Asked Questions
Read common questions about the campus construction project below. You can also submit a question here.
Q: With the biology, chemistry, and earth and environmental science departments moving into the new science building, which departments will be relocated to Fisher?
A: By the summer of 2011, we expect the following programs, offices and departments to occupy Fisher Hall: psychology, physics, mathematics & computer science, English (minus creative writing, plus SU Press & Modern Language Studies), sociology & anthropology, music education, career services and tutorial services.
Q: Does the new building imply expansion of any departments (either by additional courses, additional faculty, additional majors accepted, etc.)?
A: Yes, Susquehanna is experiencing increased growth, which means more students and the additional faculty and courses to serve them. We are adding faculty to strengthen the quality of the first- and senior-year experience. Specifically, seven new faculty members will be hired to fully implement senior capstone experiences and to support implementation of the new central curriculum, which places an even greater emphasis on critical learning goals for our students.
Q: How early in the morning will work begin?
A: During the academic year, science building construction will typically begin at 7 a.m.
Q: What academic departments will be located in the new science building when it opens?
A: The biology, chemistry, and earth and environmental sciences departments will relocate from Fisher Hall to the new facility when it opens for the Fall 2010 semester.
Q: With the closing of the North Hall parking lot, where are nearby handicapped parking spaces?
A: Alternate handicapped parking spaces are located in the following locations: 1) next to the Admissions House; 2) in front of the Garrett Sports Complex; and 3) between Degenstein Campus Center and Weber Chapel Auditorium.
Q: What about access for the Children’s Center?
A: Drop-offs and pick-ups for the Children’s Center can be made by using the newly constructed parking lot, accessible from University Avenue to the west of the Admissions House.
Q: What are the plans for the old St. Pius X parking lot?
A: At the present time, the lot outside the former St. Pius X Church is for general faculty/staff and student parking.
Q: Is there new parking to accommodate West Village?
A: In addition to the parking lot created during Phase I of the West Village project, the lot to the west of the Sassafras Complex has been expanded to provide additional parking.
Q: With the North Hall parking lot closed, where will North Hall residents unload when moving in?
A: Students will unload from a parking lot to the rear of North Hall, accessible via the new lot (entrance next to the Admissions House).
