Modern LEED-focused student facility breaks ground

By The Construction Specifier
The $94-million project will act as a one-stop resource center for all student needs. Photo courtesy CannonDesign 

McCarthy Building Companies (McCarthy) broke ground on San Bernardino Valley College’s (SBVC) new student services building.

The $94-million project will act as a one-stop resource center for all student needs and is being built as the college celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026.

The 9,662-m2 (104,000-sf) student services building is being constructed following the demolition of a former liberal arts building. Upon completion in spring 2027, the new three-story building will target LEED Platinum and Envision Gold, aligning with the San Bernardino Community College district’s sustainability goals.

Once complete, it will house several essential functions under one roof, including student equity and counseling offices, health and wellness services, matriculation and enrollment services, tutoring and collaboration spaces, a “genius bar” directional desk, a veteran’s center, and offices and conference spaces.