Become an Advocate for Students of Folwell Hall

The U is planning to seek funding in the 2008 legislative session to renovate the interior of this iconic campus landmark. The plans for Folwell are designed to support the most important thing we do: teach.

When the work is completed, Folwell Hall will become the home of the centerpiece of the University’s Writing Initiative: the Department of Writing Studies. The Department of Writing Studies will share the building with the Departments of Spanish & Portuguese; German, Scandinavian & Dutch; French & Italian; and Asian Languages & Literatures. All are important as the University continues its emphasis on global learning.

The way we teach languages has undergone a revolution and Folwell’s learning environment needs to be updated to support that revolution. The building’s electrical system can’t handle all our technology needs. The outdated heating and cooling system—featuring noisy window air conditioning units—disrupts language instruction in classrooms. Students with limited mobility have trouble accessing bathrooms and some offices.

We need alumni like you to advocate for Folwell. If you would like to be involved in efforts to secure funding to renovate this historic campus building, please contact Jodi Gustafson.