Updates – Future Housing at RIT
It is an exciting time for Housing Operations at RIT. Check here often for the official updates concerning our projects.
RIT's Global Village among college projects helping Rochester-area economy
Democrat & Chronicle, Bennet J. Loudon, October 2009
Global Village: Kick-off Event
Join us for a week-long event to find out more about “Global Village,” an exciting new housing and retail complex coming 2010!
Food, giveaways, and fun will be available at multiple events throughout the week including:
October 5 – 9
Food inspired by Salsarita’s and RIT’s “Global Grill,” two new restaurants coming to “Global Village,” will be featured at the RITZ and The Crossroads throughout the week. Stop by during lunch to try a delicious selection of Mexican and international cuisines!
Housing staff will also be set-up in the SAU lobby and The Crossroads from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. throughout the week to answer questions and provide information.
October 7
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Golisano Auditorium
Informational session open to all students, faculty, and staff who would like to know more about “Global Village.” Housing Operations staff will be on-hand to answer all your questions regarding what new, exciting features this facility will bring. Design firms ARC and Foliot will also be present to share the interior aesthetic concepts that will make this facility unique and global in nature. Come by to check out room layouts and conceptual renderings and grab some free giveaways and refreshments!
October 8
4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
RITZ
Join us for a Mexican-themed happy hour with non-alcoholic margaritas (first 36 people who purchase a margarita receive a free margarita glass!), appetizers, piñata fun, raffle, giveaways, and entertainment. Staff will also be on hand to answer questions and go over the latest renderings and layouts.
For more information on “Global Village,” join RIT Housing Operations on Facebook.
Global Village: The World at Our Doorstep
University News, Vienna Carvalho, September 2009
Global Village: The World at Our Doorstep – Athenaeum article, September – October 2009
International Student Forum
Student Auxiliary Services, Amanda Kelley, associate director – June 18, 2009
CALLING ALL INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS!
We need your input! Our “Global Village” project is underway and we need your help putting the “global” in “Global Village!”
On Wednesday, June 24th, we’ll be holding a forum with international students to gather your valuable suggestions and feedback on how to make our new housing and retail locations look and feel “global.” This is a great opportunity to get involved with the project and have your voices heard!
Date: Wednesday, June 24th
Time: 5pm – 7pm
Location: Innovation Center (building 87, first floor)
Agenda:
- Free pizza and soda will be served!
- Overview of “Global Village” and what it will include
- Open discussion on how to make the facility look and feel “global”
I hope to see you on the 24th!
Global Village Construction Notice
FMS, April 29, 2009Attn: Greek Housing 604, 608, and 612 - New gas line will be tied into the main gas service on Monday, 5/4 at 10 a.m. Installation will take approximately four hours to complete and will affect Greek Houses 604, 608 & 612. Hot water and heat will be affected during those hours so please plan accordingly. More info: Glenn Foster, FMS project manager (585) 475-4314.
Global Village Construction Notice
FMS, April 28, 2009Attn: Greek Housing Vicinity - New electrical service will be installed in front of Greek House 624 extending between 604 and 608 starting Monday 5/11. Installation will take approximately three days to complete. Electrical services to the Greek Houses and other buildings will NOT be interrupted. More info: Glenn Foster, FMS project manager (585) 475-4314.
Global Village/Parking S Lot
FMS, April 23, 2009Construction activities will be 100% complete in S-Lot on Monday, 4/27 one week ahead of schedule. Thereafter, parking capacity for reserved and general parking will return to pre-construction levels. More info: Glenn Foster, FMS project manager (585) 475-4314.
Global Village Construction Fence Map and Dump Truck Route
FMS, April 22, 2009Utility Work Near AEPi
Housing Operations, Mary F. Niedermaier, director - April 20, 2009Attn: AEPi members: Updated information from FMS and Pike Construction Company today regarding additional utility work around your house specifically. Digging will occur across the front and west side of your house in order to relocate a gas line. They have indicated that this work will take no more than three days and that you will have access in and out of your house during that time. They will be responsible for restoring the area upon completion. Because Housing is concerned that it will be somewhat inconvenient, the RIT Inn and Conference Center is holding eight rooms in the North Tower (hotel side) for use. Not sure how quickly we might get together to discuss this in person, so an e-mail has been sent to each person on contract for AEPi. Work is planned to begin Monday, 4/27 (plan to complete in three days) and wonder if any chapter events are planned during this time? Housing will go back and discuss alternate time frames if an event is already planned. Additionally, you have the option to stay at the RIT Inn from 4/26 - 30 to minimize the inconvenience. Notice will be sent to the rest of the residents in Greek Circle as well. Please respond via e-mail so that I know you have received the information and let Housing know about timing and the alternate housing option.
Pedestrian Traffic Routes at Global Village
FMS, April 8, 2009A construction fence is being assembled around the Global Village site to protect student from being potentially injured. It will be built over the next few weeks and will remain in place until the project is completed in fall of 2010. Alternate pedestrian traffic patterns have been established for Riverknoll, University Commons, and the Greek Houses to allow students access to campus. All pedestrian traffic will be redirected along the north end [top] of Lot S to Reynolds Drive. There will be an ample signage to direct pedestrian traffic to the alternate routes More info: Glenn Foster, FMS project manager (585) 475-4314.
Question:Will pedestrian traffic be allowed through the construction site afterhours when work is not being done?
Answer:No, there are many unforeseen hazards in a construction site, therefore, the site is restricted 24/7.
Question:Will the fence location change during the project?
Answer:Yes. There may be alteration during the project; however, you will be notified.
Question:Will there be any changes to the bus schedule?
Answer:No, the bus routes and schedule are not affected by this fence.
Entrepreneurs Hall at Global Village
Simone Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, April 2009The Future of Housing at RIT
Brenna Cammeron, November 20, 2007- “The Future of Housing at RIT” - insert in Reporter
