Forker recieves more than $5 million for renovations
Duck-Chul Lee’s, assistant professor of kinesiology, current research area is located in Forker. Right now, it takes up space that usually is used for classes. Once renovations for his new lab are complete, he will have his own space to perform research.
February 25, 2015
The Forker Building will be the next College of Human Sciences building to get a facelift.
The renovation aligns with the college’s goal to improve its spaces on campus, and this renovation comes in third after renovations in Lagomarcino and MacKay Hall.
The Iowa Board of Regents unanimously approved $5.3 million this month for the renovation of Forker Building, home of the Department of Kinesiology.
The renovation will take place in two phases, with the first focusing on the transformation of an outdated locker room into a facility for research. The second phase will include creation of new office spaces, installation of new windows and installation of air conditioning in the old part of the building.
“It’s an exciting time for any area when they have the opportunity to improve their facilities,” said Jennifer Plagman-Galvin, director of operations for the College of Human Sciences. “We know bricks and mortar isn’t what makes a program, but certainly an environment conducive to teaching, learning and research is our goal. When we work on renovations, there’s always a bigger picture. We’re not just making beautiful buildings.”
According to the College of Human Sciences’ website, the Department of Kinesiology is third largest major in the university, coming closely behind pre-business and mechanical engineering.
