Now under construction in the heart of the University of Guelph campus, adjoining Branion Plaza, the Classroom Complex is the first phase in one of the biggest construction projects in the University's history -- a Classroom Complex and Science Complex totalling over 400,000 square feet of new facilities.

Located on a site previously occupied by the campus' east barns, the new building will feature a walkway that will greatly enhance the pedestrian nature of Branion Plaza. The Complex will also provide the plaza with a structure that recognizes the historical importance and architectural heritage of surrounding buildings such as Zavitz Hall, Day Hall and the Bullring.

The Classroom Complex will consist of four lecture halls of 600, 400, 200 and 120 seats, as well as one 60-seat, one 40-seat, and three 30-seat classrooms.

In building the Complex, the University will reuse some materials salvaged from the east barns, including original foundation stones and wooden beams.

It will accommodate 1,530 students in leading edge facilities, consisting of modern classrooms with computer-based multimedia equipment for the delivery of technology-assisted courses. Some of the planned features of the facility are:

• Video conferencing

• Electronic white board

• State of the art presentation capabilities