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Please reference this page for updates on temporary relocations of offices, services, and impacts to parking and travel paths.

APR. 24: Restrooms will be closed in Music and Dance, Visual Arts and the exterior restrooms in the Health and Wellness Center. Work is expected to complete early April 25.

Student Union & Student Services Center

Library Renovation

Arts Promenade & Coffee Structure

Student Union and Student Services Center

Construction Timeline: February 2025 ­– Summer 2027 
The Student Services building will be built on the footprint of the current B 100 building, while the Student Union will be built immediately to the Southeast of the current Student Services Center, between B 300 and the Gym. 

At the completion of the Student Services Center and the Student Union, the existing Student Services Center building will be demolished, creating space for a large grass quad capable of seating 3,000 people for graduation.

  • New building with two levels, measuring slightly less than 55,000 gross square feet
  • Terrace and seating areas on the second level
  • Service counters for Admissions and Records, and Financial Aid
  • Offices for Matriculation, Counseling, International Students Program, Veterans Services Center, Student Outreach, DSPS, and the DSPS Testing Center.
  • The project will be designed to LEED Gold equivalency
  • Upgrading the Powerhouse 2 heating and cooling system

Map of Student Services Center Construction Area
  • 32,500 gross square feet
  • Includes a modern kitchen and café
  • Indoor dining to seat up to 200
  • Large retail space for the IVC Bookstore
  • Large food pantry
  • Second-level will house the Offices of Student Life and Student Equity as well as Associated Students of IVC (ASIVC).
  • Lounge for students on second level
  • The project will be designed to LEED Gold equivalency

Map of Student Union Construction Area

What to Expect During Construction

  • FEB. 2025 — Demolition of the B 100 building to begin.
  • FEB. 3 — Parking Lot 9 will be closed; additional staff and ADA parking stalls will be added to Lots 5, 8, and 10 to mitigate the closure of Lot 9.
  • FEB. 10
    • Fencing for the project will be installed.
    • Bus Stop Relocation: the bus stop on College Dr. will be temporarily relocated to Irvine Center Drive. The college is working closely with the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) to establish a new permanent bus stop between Lots 5 and 6. More details will be shared as they are finalized.
  • FEB. 24 - MARCH 4
    • Lot 10 will remain open but with a reduced number of available parking stalls due to ongoing construction. We encourage students, faculty, and staff to consider using alternative parking lots whenever possible during this time.

Relocations Due to Construction

  • IVC Bookstore: relocated to BSTIC 101 as of January 2025

  • The Spot: Center for Basic Needs (Food Resource Center): will close their current location in the B 100 building on February 4, and will reopen at the Student Activities Center on February 10, 2025.

     

Library Renovation

Construction Timeline (Phase II): June 2022 – Summer 2025
The library is receiving some much-needed renovations in the last of a two-phase project. The first phase began in June 2021, the second in June 2022.

  • New exiting door system
  • New finishes throughout to include new flooring, ceiling tiles, and paint
  • New energy efficient window systems at east and south facing sides of the building
  • New furniture and circulation desk 
  • Replacement of all roofing systems and HVAC system
  • Outdoor extension of the Library (toward BSTIC)
  • A new doorway opposite the main entrance will exit to a roughly 3,000 square foot enclosed patio with varied seating, shade, vending, power and data intended to serve as a study, group study, or meeting space without restrictions related to food and beverages
  • First floor restrooms will receive new finishes and modifications to create better ADA access

Map of Construction Area

What to Expect During Construction

  • JUNE 2024 — LIB building closed. Library relocated to A 311.
  • APRIL 2025 — Fencing removed.
  • JULY 2025 — Anticipated re-opening of Library

Relocations Due to Construction

Arts Promenade and Coffee Structure

Construction Timeline: December 16, 2024 – August 2025
The Arts Promenade and Coffee Structure will create a vibrant new space for art, connection, and innovation at Irvine Valley College.

  • Large outdoor “working” spaces for arts students
  • Improved walkways, secure backstage areas, and sustainable landscaping connecting the Arts Village and Performing Arts Center
  • Areas for meditation, study, and collaboration
  • A new coffee structure with shaded seating for up to 50 patrons, offering a variety of refreshments

Map of Construction Area

What to Expect During Construction

  • DEC. 16, 2024 — Construction fencing will be in place, rerouting foot traffic around the site. Fencing may occasionally expand temporarily. Please allow extra time to cross campus and refer to campus maps for alternate routes.
     
  • MAR. 11-18, 2025 — Grinding and resurfacing of the fire lane will take place. Follow posted signs and allow extra time to cross campus.
     
  • APR. 24, 2025 — Due to construction, restrooms will be closed in the Music and Dance, and Visual Arts buildings as well as the exterior restrooms in the Health and Wellness Center from Thursday, April 24 to early Friday, April 25. Please follow posted signage to alternate restroom facilities.
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