An Interdisciplinary Hub
Martin D. Jenkins Hall
Martin D. Jenkins Hall
This new interdisciplinary academic hub seeks to create connections. Uniting five departments – Economics, History and Geography, Psychology, Sociology and Anthropology, and Political Science – the building fosters collaboration between students, faculty, and disciplines.
A central atrium is ringed with glass-walled classrooms and labs that allow students, many of whom are the first member of their family to go to college, to see what their peers are working on. Plentiful breakout spaces provide areas for the informal exchange of ideas. Flexible furnishings throughout the building allow students and teachers to create the learning environment they need for the task at hand.
We must never, ever forget what it really means to the legacy of our great university to be in this space. This spot is not just a venue for two great buildings. This is Freedom Plaza.
Forming a Campus
Jenkins Hall and a companion building, the Morgan Business Center, are located adjacent to the former Northwood Shopping Center. The building’s namesake, Martin D. Jenkins, was the University’s president during this time.
Interior Architecture
In collaboration with design architect HOK, we served as the interior architect for Jenkins Hall. We worked closely with faculty leaders to develop space plans customized to the six departments’ individual needs, incorporating specialized furniture, equipment, and audiovisual systems.
A Humanities Lab
An interdisciplinary teaching lab and instructional design center provides an environment for University professors and students to conduct research in emerging pedagogical methods, including active and technology-based learning.
Sustainable Design
Jenkins Hall is LEED Silver certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. Transparent walls allow daylight to filter from the windows and atrium clearstory into most areas of the building. All electric lighting comes from efficient LED fixtures.
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