-faces are all pavers, so there will be no jack hammering or anything like that,” Lococo said. “You’ll probably hear the back-up beeper from time to time, but for the most part that will be the loudest sound you’ll hear.”
The Academic Mall is to remain open during this project as will all entrances to McDonald Library and Alter Hall, although there are chances when these entrances will be briefly shut down.
Piping extends across the Academic Mall, as well. Student traffic along Hinkle Hall and Schmidt Hall will be directed around this area. Students might also experience possible elevated humidity in these halls due to a lack of hot water during the entirety of the project.