University of Idaho Starts Renovation of College of Education Building

The University of Idaho has started a $19.5 million renovation of the College of Education building. Built in 1968, the structure contains asbestos in the walls and ceilings, and it is expensive to maintain. It also does not accommodate today’s multifaceted methods of teaching and learning. After renovation, it will contain seminar rooms equipped with technology for distance learning and furniture designed to create collaborative spaces for students to work in groups. Until construction is finished in August 2016, the college’s 60 employees will work in five different locations on campus. For more information, visit http://labor.idaho.gov or www.uidaho.edu.