Measure GO Funds at Work

Technology and Health Building

 The college’s new Technology and Health Building continues to take shape on the former location of the old pool on the north side of campus.

The 253,866-gross-square-foot, four-level structure will consolidate 10 different departments and 26 programs into one location, and provide general classrooms, offices, study rooms, and academic support space.

Funded by Measure GO, the building will also house select health career programs, like nursing and pharmacy technician, offered through the School of Continuing Education.

“This new addition will not only be the largest building on campus, but the largest on any California community college campus,” said Gary Gidcumb, senior manager of Construction Projects.

The building will feature a teaching hospital, a full-size helicopter hanging from the ceiling, a virtual reality lab, an industrial design and manufacturing shop, academic support spaces, and a convenience store. The building is on schedule to open in 2027.

“For me, the building is an example of the commitment to provide an engaging and supportive teaching and learning environment for students of diverse origins, experiences, needs, abilities, and goals,” said Lance Heard, dean of the Technology & Health Division. “It is an investment in the education of students who come to Mt. SAC with dreams and aspirations they can achieve, like so many who have come before them.”

The facility will take the place of the current Technology Center buildings, which were designed in the late 1960s and opened in 1971.

Kelly Coreas, associate dean of the Technology & Health Division, said the new building represents a significant upgrade from the current spaces, and will offer a modern environment where students can engage with cutting-edge technology and innovative teaching methods.

“This will help to foster a deeper connection between theoretical learning and practical application, ultimately preparing our students to excel in the ever-evolving professional landscapes of technology and health fields,” she said. “I am incredibly excited about the opportunities this new building will provide, and I am confident it will be a cornerstone for future generations of students and educators alike.”

Welcome Center

In response to evolving student needs, the plans for the new bookstore have been updated to include the development of a Welcome Center. Strategically located near Temple Avenue, the Welcome Center will serve as a centralized hub for student support services.

“This new Welcome Center will make it easy for students and their families to connect with the Mt. SAC campus, in a welcoming way,” said Student Services Vice President Dr. Melba Castro. “Wherever our students are at in their journey, we are there to help and support them.”

Currently, onboarding services, like counseling and financial aid, are spread across seven different buildings, primarily situated on the north end of campus. When the Welcome Center opens, it will serve as starting point for campus tours, house several programs like Summer Bridge, High School Outreach and Dual Enrollment, and be the location to obtain student ID cards and bus passes.

“By bringing these services together under one roof, the Welcome Center will streamline the student experience, promoting greater efficiency, engagement, and overall success,” Castro said.

While Welcome Centers are more commonly associated with universities, they are increasingly being adopted by community colleges. Local examples include Rio Hondo College, Long Beach City College, and East Los Angeles College.

The new space is anticipated to be completed and ready for use in 2027.

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