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[waccamatt]

Where did you find that rendering?

[BrasilnSC]

From someone who found it on TheBigSpur.

[hub-city]

I've always wondered what it would be like to close the intersection of George Rogers Blvd. and Bluff Road (on the WB side).  You could have George Rogers blvd. end right in front of the North stands and have like a big circle of champions or some plaza right there between the fairgrounds parking and the stadium.  traffic would no longer be an issue walking from the fairgrounds.  i know it would mess up people getting to the ETV building etc... but you could make Rosewood the preffered road to get to George Rogers/Assembly or cut through the other roads if you are coming from I-77.

Just thinking... any thoughts?

[Spartan]

The long term plans show lowering George Rogers Blvd and creating a huge pedestrian bridge from the fairground lots to the stadium. It would be similar to the Pickens St bridge on campus except much wider.

Either way, I like your idea. We need a unique way to celebrate the traditions we have.

[hub-city]

I saw that same pedestrian bridge, but thought that was just a USC fan putting out some suggestion/concepts for WB.  It had a nice 'fly around" video also, but i don't think any of it was "official", but I could be wrong.  Is George Rogers Blvd. part of (I don't know the way to say) state road system to where the city would have to get special permission to close that end off?

[Spartan]

I saw it on the USC Athletics Master Plan powerpoint. I assume it wouldn't be on there if it weren't official.

[krazeeboi]

Renderings for the planned Moore School of Business have been unveiled. “We’re about 30% into design, so some of the features depicted in the renderings could easily change,” said Jeffrey D. Lamberson, director of campus planning and construction at USC. USC is seeking to make the building a totally carbon-neutral facility and to qualify for the LEED platinum certification. The new building will go into the space between Greene Street and the Carolina Coliseum.

[growingup15]

krazeeboi, on 18 April 2011 - 03:46 PM, said:

Renderings for the planned Moore School of Business have been unveiled. “We’re about 30% into design, so some of the features depicted in the renderings could easily change,” said Jeffrey D. Lamberson, director of campus planning and construction at USC. USC is seeking to make the building a totally carbon-neutral facility and to qualify for the LEED platinum certification. The new building will go into the space between Greene Street and the Carolina Coliseum.

O M G i like this design. this will look so good in downtown and USC

[CorgiMatt]

According to the article, the new business school is part of Innovista.  Actually, I think most anything to do with bricks and mortar and/or academia at USC-Columbia is part of Innovista from Mr. Don Herriott's point of view.

[Spartan]

^Well, it is. Innovista is partially private firms, but also a commitment from USC and blending the academic and professional communities.

[johnpro318]

The Free Times posted an article that sums up a lot of USC's plans in terms of buildings and other improvements to the campus. It doesn't go into much detail but it is a good overview for the casual reader.

http://www.free-time...011502123251662

[carolinagarnet]

Any updates on the construction of the Athletic Horseshoe for those of us that live outside of Columbia?

[jmmiller]

USC Alumni Center to be Built at Lincoln, Senate Streets Across from Convention Center


From the plans...

"Imagine a place where you are always welcome to visit, hold a meeting in a stylish conference room, or attend special events, receptions, and parties in a beautiful ballroom.  Where you can take classes without quizzes in the Lifelong Learning Center, spend quiet time in the gardens, or manage your work and career while in town using state-of-the-art technology in the Business Center.  Imagine a home for alumni in the heart of Innovista, the University’s vibrant research campus where the Carolina community lives, works, and plays. Located close to restaurants, hotels, the Colonial Life Arena and Carolina’s baseball stadium, the Alumni Center will add its own vitality to this dynamic area."

In addition, a new underground tunnel will be built under Lincoln Street connecting the Alumni Center and parking garage to the Convention Center.

http://www.columbiab...-senate-streets

http://www.mycarolin...e_statement.pdf

[Spartan]

Wow, that's a nice looking building. It's good to see Carolina's continued investment in the Vista/Innovista area.

[krazeeboi]

I think this is a subpar development. That space is perfect for a restaurant which would much better cater to conventioneers. I don't understand the purpose of having this building between the convention center and convention center hotel when it's not convention-related.