Academic Building
Academic Building at Aquinas College
Aquinas College's Academic Building, originally known as the Administration Building,
has been at the heart of campus life since its 1955 opening. Designed by the Indianapolis
firm Bohlen and Son, this three-story building united the college’s separate campuses
and gave Aquinas a permanent home on Fulton Street. From day one, it was a lively
hub for students and staff, offering classrooms, offices, the library, a chapel, a
bookstore, and a cafeteria all under one roof.
The Academic Building has evolved as the college has grown. After the library moved
in 2006, the college renovated the second floor and received Silver LEED certification
from the U.S. Green Building Council for its energy-efficient and eco-friendly improvements.
Today, the building remains one of the busiest spots on campus. It is home to many
academic and administrative offices, such as the AQ Advantage Center, Campus Ministry,
Information Technology Services, Mailroom, School of Education, the Commuter Lounge,
and more,
continuing to play a central role in the Aquinas College community.
The architect's original plan for the Administration Building (see image) called for
additional wings on the ends of the building to house a chapel and a library. These
wings were never constructed, and the library, after a few years of being split between
the first and second floors, ended up crammed into the second floor until the 2007
opening of the Grace Hauenstein Library.
Key Facility Features:
- AQ Advantage Center (Career Services)
- Campus Ministry Office
- Center for Teaching Excellence
- Communication Lab
- Information Technology Services (ITS)
- International Programs
- Mailroom
- Physical Plant Office
- Commuter Lounge (right image)
- Three floors of Classrooms
- Faculty Offices
- School of Education
- Food Pantry
Advantage Center
Finding your way from earning a degree to starting your career can be challenging, but the AQ Advantage Center is here to help. The Center manages Career Development and Internships, offering students and alumni services and resources to support them both academically and personally.Campus Ministry
Campus Ministry and Service Learning embraces a Catholic tradition, grounded in the Dominican pillars of prayer, study, service, and community. Feel free to visit their office on the third floor of the Academic Building anytime for a chat!Mailroom
The Mailroom is located in room 353 on the third floor of the Academic Building, across from the IT Help Desk. It is managed by Information Technology. For assistance, please call 616-632-2142. Hours of operation are Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Mailroom is closed on weekends.
Academic Building: Virtual Tour
Want to get a better glimpse of Aquinas College? Visit our on-campus virtual tour to discover 10 different spots Aquinas has to offer. From scenic outdoor areas to classrooms and the Moose Café, imagine yourself at AQ while exploring from anywhere!Aquinas College: Virtual Tour