Construction has begun on an update to Estes Dining Hall, which will be ready for hungry students when the fall semester begins.

“This new design will add some much-needed additional seating, as well as more light and ambiance,” explained Randolph-Macon College Vice President of Administration and Finance Paul Davies. “The space will mirror the improvements made to Brock Commons in past years.”

This is phase two of a three-part improvement plan for the space. Last summer, the dishwasher was replaced with a new energy efficient unit and moved to what was formally the Clements Room. The area where food is served will be updated next summer.