Renovation of Historic Light Hall Auditorium Begins
Silver City, NM – March marked the beginning of the second phase of renovation to the auditorium in Light Hall, one of five historically registered buildings at the Silver City campus. When completed, the auditorium will serve as a movie theater as well as an area for small productions, intimate concerts, and as a lecture hall. The first renovation phase, completed two years ago, installed public bathrooms at the front of the auditorium. The third phase renovates the remaining classrooms and offices. The current project will include mechanical and electrical upgrades including lighting and chilling equipment necessary to meet code compliance and energy efficiency goals. “Having another entertainment venue for our students and community is a key element of retaining students and building upon the quality environment that Silver City and the university has to offer,” noted WNMU President Joseph Shepard. “Additionally, Light Hall Auditorium will be a place for...