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Hodson Hall Commons Dedication
November 3, 2009
Students, faculty, and staff assembled for the ribbon cutting and dedication of the newly renovated Hodson Hall Commons.
Click to enlarge photos by Shane Brill '03.
WACapella opened the dedication with "The Star-Spangled Banner."
President Baird Tipson acknowledged the efforts of many individuals who were involved in each phase of the renovation.
Director of Physical Plant Reid Raudenbush was among those thanked for the instrumental role that the Buildings and Grounds staff had in the undertaking.
Recognizing the students and staff who lead event programming, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Mela Dutka described the continuous activity in the new facility.
OSA Program Production Intern Ed Hoegg '11, Director of Student Activities Jared Halter, and SGA President Tri Ofosu-Ameyaw '10 listen to Dean Dutka speak.
Associate Vice President for Administrative Services and Director of Athletics Bryan Matthews '76 M'86 recalls Hodson Hall from his time as a student before recognizing those who brought the new vision of the building to life.
Student Events Board President Jake Deal '10 elaborates upon the recreational use of the new facility.
Assistant Director for Alumni Relations Carolyn Fuss Thompson '98 captured the ribbon cutting via iPhone video.
Eileen Dickey of the Hodson Trust cuts the ribbon signifying the opening of Hodson Hall Commons. Joining her in the platform party is President Baird Tipson, Chestertown Councilman Marty Stetson, Director of Student Activities Jared Halter, and Capital Program Manager Steve Kuhls.
WACapella concluded the ceremony with the culinary-inspired song "Java Jive" in homage to the new dining options.
Ashley Mitchell '12
Sam Scannell '11, Veronica Spolarich '12, Sophie Turshen '10, John Lesser '12, Antoine Jordan '12, Taylor Goss '13, Joe Rittenhouse '12, Emma MacMahon '12, Ashley Mitchell '12, Karly Kolaja '11, Catherine Petrick '12, and Maggie Kobik '11.
Joe Rittenhouse '12
