When Modesto Junior College's fall semester classes begin on August 30, students will notice several construction projects are underway on BOTH campuses! Here are some campus updates and tips to help you prepare for the beginning of the new academic year and get your semester off to a great start.
Founders Hall is closed for renovation and there is a new complex of modular buildings, dubbed “Pirates’ Village,” located immediately west of the Electronics, Journalism and Classroom Annex buildings. Maps and directional signage for Pirates' Village have been installed, and an information booth will be available in the Village during the first week of the semester to assist students in finding their classrooms. To view a layout of Pirates' Village click here! All of the Founders Hall computer labs have been relocated and will be available to students in the fall semester! The Division Offices of Business, Behavioral, and Social Sciences and Literature and Language Arts have taken up temporary residence in the west side of the Journalism Building and the Journalism Program will be in the Art Building for fall 2010 and spring 2011.
Construction of the new Student Services Building is also underway with the contractor working on the foundation. This building is expected to open in October 2011.
The new Agriculture Pavilion’s steel frame is really taking shape – and wow, is it big! This is going to be one of MJC’s most visible structures! The Allied Health Building’s outer walls are going up and the Science Community Center’s foundation is underway.
The new Softball Field is complete, with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony set for Saturday, September 25, 11 a.m., followed by three scrimmage games that afternoon. Please join us!
Parking during the first two weeks of the semester is always challenging, and some parking areas are temporarily unavailable during construction, or have been re-designated. Make sure you arrive at least 30-45 minutes before your classes start in order to find a place to park and have time to locate your classes. Click here to learn more “Survival Tips for the Start of the Semester.” We realize that starting college can be stressful and even a bit scary for new students. However here are ten simple success strategies that you can follow to ensure your academic achievement at MJC.
While new buildings and renovations are exciting for MJC’s future, the reality right now is a bit dusty and can cause inconvenience and frustration. We apologize for this and ask for your patience as we continue to improve our college facilities.
