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University of Missouri, Student Center Columbia, Missouri
The University of Missouri's new Student Center establishes a vibrant hub of student life in the heart of the University's garden-like campus.
Location
Columbia, Missouri
Sector
Education
Service
Architecture
Client
University of Missouri
Status
Completed
Size
22,500 SF
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Through a multi-working process with students, university administration, and staff, user input was consistently incorporated throughout the planning, programming, and design process and in securing the overwhelming approval of a student fee referendum.
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In reference to its mascot, the new student center includes the Tiger Commons for informal socializing and a new two-level University Bookstore with an expanded Tiger Tech computer services area.
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The new student center encompasses seven distinct eating venues that each include an integrated seating area with a decor that complements and complements and completes the theme of the cuisine, accommodating seating for up to 600.
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