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CMC North Quad to Receive Air Conditioning

May 6, 2025
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Updated: Aug 2, 2025


Claremont McKenna's North Quad.
Claremont McKenna's North Quad.

On May 6, the CMC Dean of Students office announced via email a major North Quad infrastructure upgrade. “This summer CMC is undertaking a construction project to upgrade the power grid capabilities in the North Quad residential area. The increased power capacity is the first step to eventually being able to convert all the NQ dorms to have air conditioning in the rooms in the next few years,” Senior Assistant Dean of Students for Residential Life and Student Engagement Jenny Tyniec wrote.


As a temporary measure, prior to the installation of permanent AC systems, students will be provided with portable units in every North Quad dorm room, offering “cooling and air quality improvement capacity starting this coming Fall 2025.” The portable AC units will be removed after permanent systems are installed. 


North Quad has been without AC since its construction in the 1950s. “Older buildings often require significant upgrades to the electrical and ventilation systems to support modern HVAC units,” Tyniec explained. “This kind of renovation is a large undertaking requiring significant funding, contract negotiations, precise timing of construction, and coordination across multiple campus partners.”


In the last several years, students living in North Quad have occasionally had to relocate during heat waves due to the lack of AC. In August and September of 2024, the Dean of Students office permitted students to move their mattresses to the air-conditioned North Quad lounges to escape the nighttime heat, and even set up cots in Roberts Pavilion. 


This announcement precedes room draw week and will likely factor into student housing decisions for the upcoming academic year. 


12 Comments


ravymyzyb
2 days ago

The planned air conditioning improvements at CMC North Quad demonstrate how campus facilities can influence student comfort and the overall learning environment. Reliable indoor conditions can make a meaningful difference during warmer periods, especially in spaces used for studying and collaboration. It is also worth considering how building upgrades can balance comfort with energy efficiency. Modern solutions such as solar power and battery storage may contribute to more thoughtful energy management https://sunly.ca/ brings attention to the value of exploring practical approaches for improving buildings.

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ravymyzyb
3 days ago

Improving campus facilities can make a considerable difference in students’ daily experiences, particularly when comfortable learning and living spaces are involved. The planned air conditioning for North Quad demonstrates how infrastructure improvements can respond to practical needs within an academic community. Such changes may seem simple, but they can contribute to a better environment for studying and socializing. Event organizers also need to consider comfort and accessibility. Golf tournament planning with https://gobiggolf.com/ highlights the importance of preparing suitable facilities so participants can enjoy an event smoothly.

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Jack Son
Oct 23

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This is a much-needed upgrade, especially for students who have struggled with the heat during warmer clicker games months. Hopefully, the improvements will make North Quad a more comfortable place to live and study.

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Henry
Oct 12

The update about CMC North Quad receiving air conditioning was clear, concise, and informative. It is helpful to see how a campus improvement can directly affect students’ daily experience, especially when comfort and learning environments are involved.I recently came across a related discussion on bcbug.com, which offered another interesting perspective on practical improvements. This article provided useful context and was easy to follow.

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