WASHINGTON — Education funding has become a major topic in the presidential race, with both sides promising to preserve or even increase the resources dedicated to the cause, while budgeting to address the federal deficit. Despite this apparent consensus, most states are moving ahead with their own plans to find more stable funding streams and somehow lower the cost of attending college.
Luminaire styles from ANTIQUE Street Lamps are now available with an engineered LED system for improved energy savings and extended life. Upgraded ATL23 LED acorn-styled luminaires and LTL30 LED octagonal shaped fixtures offer versatile, environmentally friendly solutions for various environments, according to the company. Each backed with a 5-year limited warranty, the lamps are offered in black, dark bronze, dark green, verde green, natural aluminum, white or with custom select and customized colors.
Recently named director of project development for the northern region of Heery International, Jeffrey Nicholas will lend extensive knowledge and experience to project delivery and business development activities for the firm. His background includes projects as an owner’s program manager, construction manager, and design-build developer for several higher education institutions.
Kurt Haapala AIA, LEEP AP, has been named principal at Mahlum. With nearly 18 years of experience in architecture, Haapala is a frequent speaker and panel participant on environmental responsibility in the design of higher education and student housing projects. Throughout his career, he worked on multiple projects for post-secondary educational clients.
MADISON, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Madison recently received LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for the university’s new Union South building.
Synthetic turf has replaced natural grass fields at many school stadiums to save money on maintenance costs, expand facility use and provide a longer-lasting playing field for athletes.
NEW YORK — McGraw-Hill Education has recently announced the sale of its company to Apollo Global Management for nearly $2.5 billion. As part of the sale, McGraw-Hill will receive $250 million in senior unsecured notes an annual interest rate of 8.5 percent.
SIMI VALLEY, Calif. — Governor Scott Walker of Wisconsin revealed some controversial new education reform plans in mid-November, mere days after his party regained control of the state senate. With complete control of the legislature and governor’s office now in the hands of republicans, Walker has an opportunity to remake the state’s education funding system.
Fireclay Tile launches its first designer tile collection. With renowned eco-designer Kelly LaPlante, the company developed the Runway Collection, inspired by centuries of iconic fashion designs. Featuring different patterns, including Cravat, Corset, Chaine Homme, and Chain Femme, the tiles are offered in 224 lead-free and all-natural ceramic glaze colors, with optional blending of up to three glazed colors.
Steve Nelson has been hired to serve C.W. Driver as its new vice president of estimating in the firm’s Pasadena office. In this position, Nelson will act as a trusted advisor for company clients and will be responsible for providing estimates on the firm’s preconstruction services and proposals. A 30-year industry veteran, Nelson and his extensive experience are crucial for various practice areas including education projects.
