It closed in December as Jarvis Dormitory, one of TCU’s original two residence halls. In August, it reopened as the new home of Religious and Spiritual Life, University Career Services, Inclusiveness and Intercultural Services, International Student Services and Community Involvement and Service Leaning, all on the first two floors. On the third floor, the School of Music now has acoustically enhanced practice rooms and office space for some of its faculty.

The building, which was built in 1910-11, was gutted, remodeled and expanded from January to August. It now features a new back entrance with retro-style porch and a balcony, which harkens back to Jarvis’ original look. The entrance is now adjacent to the Campus Commons.
New elevators, restrooms and lobby space ­add a spacious feel.

“It has new electrical and mechanical systems­,” says Harold Leeman, project manager. “It also has new energy-efficient windows.”

Accessible entrances were improved in the renovation as well.