Campus Construction Updates
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Our campus continues to evolve with new buildings, renovations, and state-of-the-art facilities designed to support our academic programs, enhance student experiences, and promote sustainability. Below is an overview of key projects and their current statuses:
Spartan Drive Campus
Construction updates to the College's main campus.
Building A – Health and Life Sciences Building
The Health and Life Sciences Building boasts state-of-the-art health care training facilities that simulate real-world hospital environments. These facilities enhance student learning through practical, hands-on experiences. They are a hub where future healthcare professionals gain the skills necessary for their careers in a dynamic and realistic setting.
Status: There are no updates from Operations & Maintenance at this time.
Roof Replacement on the Third Floor
Status: Awaiting updates from the Illinois Capital Development Board regarding the project to replace the third-floor roof of Building B.
Building C – Renner Academic Library and Learning Resources
The Renner Academic Library replaced an outdated, undersized library with modern facilities. The new library supports a range of student learning needs with updated resources and technology.
Status: There are no updates from Operations & Maintenance at this time.
Status: There are no updates from Operations & Maintenance at this time.
Siegle Auditorium Renovation
Status: ECC is engaging with a design consultant to review and recommend improvements for Siegle Auditorium's accessibility, making it more inclusive for all users.
HVAC and Space Renovation
Status: ECC has submitted a proposal to the Capital Development Board for HVAC system renovations via the state’s deferred maintenance program. The project includes updating ventilation equipment, classroom air units, ceilings, and lighting. Additionally, ECC has proposed updates to space planning under the ICCB RAMP funding program, enhancing classroom configurations and integrating new teaching technologies to meet future curriculum needs.
Spartan Auditorium
Status: Updates and developments are underway for the Spartan Auditorium to enhance the performance and learning environment.
Renovations
Status:
- Addition of a Theatre Scene Shop and a dedicated Music wing.
- Upgraded classrooms and flexible technology solutions throughout the building.
- Comprehensive updates to the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- New maker space for art students featuring 3D printers, laser cutters, and other advanced tools.
- Expanded technology integration for the Music program, including interconnected recording studios, practice spaces, and classrooms.
Teaching Kitchen Renovation
Status: ECC has submitted a proposal to the ICCB RAMP funding program to renovate the teaching kitchens. The upgrades will improve accessibility and ensure the space meets current codes. They will include new ovens, ranges, ventilation systems, and enhanced finishes for a safer, more efficient student learning environment.
Fitness Center Renovation
Status: The upcoming fitness center renovation will align the space with current student-athlete training and wellness trends. The renovation includes reconfiguring walls, updating technology, and providing new equipment for fitness rooms, studios, and storage spaces.
Status: There are no updates from Operations & Maintenance at this time.
Status: There are no updates from Operations & Maintenance at this time.
Manufacturing Technology Center & Renovation
Status: Plans are being developed to renovate Building O once existing programs are relocated to the new Manufacturing Technology Center. Programming for this renovation will begin in Spring 2025, focusing on backfilling curricular and lab spaces to support new academic and technical needs.
Building P – Maintenance Facility
Status: No construction updates are currently planned for this building.
Awards and Recognition
ECC Facilities Master Plan projects have numerous awards for quality design and sustainability elements.
Building A – Health and Life Sciences Building
- Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver certification.
- Wisconsin American Institute of Architects (AIA) Honor Award
- Construction Industry Service Corp. (CISCO) Pride in Construction Award – New Construction – Suburbs (above $20 million) category
- 2014 Architectural and Interior Design Edition of Learning by Design
- Outstanding Design by American School and University Magazine in their 2014 Educational Interiors Showcase, the premier competition honoring education interiors of excellence.
Building C - Renner Academic Library and Learning Resources
- Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver certification.
- Dewberry Architects received a Merit Award from the Association of Licensed Architects.
- Recognized in the Library Association Reporter.
Building K
- Preservation/Adaptive Reuse Award from the American Institute of Architects Northeast Illinois Chapter, 2011 Design Awards.
- Architectural Portfolio/2011 Educational Interiors Showcase/Special Category – Renovation Award by American School and University Magazine.
Creating the Current Plan
For the first time, our strategic plan was created 100% virtually. This meant the team couldn’t work in a conference room in small table discussions with flip charts and post-it notes. The team had to find new ways to facilitate the group’s participation through the technology of Zoom® break out rooms, Google® docs and sheets, Padlet®, and a fun online tool called Piccles® (pronounced “pickles”).