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Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU), an evangelical university in San Diego, opened its science center in 2015. Designed by Carrier Johnson + CULTURE, the Sator Science Center houses the acclaimed science department as well as reflecting the university’s focus on faith. The two-story, 3344-m2 (36,000-sf) facility features up-to-date technology, laboratories, and classrooms to support collaborative research and various science majors. Specifically, it includes four classrooms and 13 laboratories intended for biology, chemistry, and anatomy. It is connected to the previously existing Rohr Science Building via an elevated walkway with a patio overlooking the Pacific Ocean. An outdoor classroom is located between the two centers.
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Arbitration is an important topic in construction. Standard-form contracts used in the construction industry, such as the American Institute of Architects (AIA) documents, specifically reference the possible use of arbitration, although the parties may have to check a box on a form to make this the final dispute resolution process. Every year, several reported construction cases revolve around arbitration issues. This article examines a few recent cases, discussing situations where one party claimed it was not required to arbitrate.
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