Will Assembly Hall Fall?

Will our spaceship-looking Assembly Hall be replaced with a better building that can house luxury boxes? That is the big debate happening on campus right now. First it was a small comment by Chancellor Richard Herman about the University either renovating, restoring, or rebuilding the hall. Then the building was placed on the list of Illinois's most endangered historic places. This list is compiled by Landmarks Illinois, a group that has 'saved' buildings like the St. Gelasius Catholic Church (Chicago) and the Culver House (Decatur) in the past.

After weeks of rumors and speculation following Athletic Director Ron Guenther's contract renewal, the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics and the Office of Student Affairs discussed potential plans to renovate Assembly Hall Wednesday night at the Illinois Student Senate meeting.

Daily Illini: Chancellor announces possible Assembly Hall renovations
Chicago Tribune: Will University of Illinois Assembly Hall 'spaceship' survive?
Daily Illini: Assembly Hall may undergo changes

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