Author: cllandis2

On Thursday, December 5th, the first 23-foot window was installed on the west side of the building. Metal grilles secure the new pieces of glass next to the precast cement frame with geometrical precision. Some of the smaller windows on… Continue Reading →

Heavy Equipment A construction site is a little kid’s dream. Bright orange, yellow, and blue machines litter the construction site with the sounds of backup beeps and the roar of engines. Some of the equipment is PWC’s and their subcontractors’,… Continue Reading →

In November, there were a lot of visual changes made at the Forsyth Library renovation site, including: the stone was removed on the north side of the building to make room for a 23′ window on the second level the… Continue Reading →

In this season of gratitude, there is so much to be thankful for, including the many people who have been involved and instrumental in the library renovation project thus far. A BIG thank you to … Senator Moran and Tisa… Continue Reading →

The renovation is progressing and there’s even more to be excited about! The demolition of Phase 1 is officially complete, and the bones of the newly renovated building continue to be built out with interior wall framing on all levels,… Continue Reading →

On October 25, Library Deans from across the state visited Fort Hays State University to see the progress of the Forsyth Library renovation. The tour was led by Dave Worthington and Steve Cramer from PGAV Architects, accompanied by Ginger Williams,… Continue Reading →

While the staff at Forsyth Library talk about the library and the renovation every day, our friends at the Fort Hays State University Foundation have been keeping up with every detail of this project to help spread the word too.… Continue Reading →

Demolition is still underway in Forsyth Library. The crane has been busy for the last two weeks moving large amounts of debris from tearing out the drywall, ducts, and materials from the former hallway of offices on lower level. Each… Continue Reading →

Life for FHSU students looks a little different this year. Why? Well, Forsyth Library is under renovation, and our facility has limited access. One of the biggest things missing is the dedicated study rooms and open spaces for students to… Continue Reading →

It’s hard to not be curious when driving by a construction site, wishing to see a sneak peek of the progress going on inside. Well, today is your lucky day! Get a behind the scenes tour from Ginger Williams, Dean… Continue Reading →