Carson-Newman University held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 1 for its new West Campus Commons, a twin-building residence life complex which house 524 beds and are coupled by a two-story “Community Connector” featuring a large gathering and gaming space on the first floor, while study space is designated for the second floor. From left are Robert Key, C-N; Tim McGaha, McGaha Electric Co.; Andy Carey, SmartBank; Olivia Manfull, C-N student; Angelicia Westfall, C-N SGA president; Charles A. Fowler, C-N president; Janet Hayes, C-N board of trustees; Jim Schmidt, University Housing Solutions; Patsy Wallace, C-N board of trustees; Gloria Walker, C-N; Todd Blair, Adena Corporation; John Ballinger, Appalachian Construction and Design LLC; and Ondes Webster, C-N.
