Molloy Opens New Public Square

After two years of construction, Molloy College officially opened its new Public Square on Oct. 20, which contains a new performing arts center and several new amenities for its growing student body.

Daniel Henry, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, said Molloy has never been stronger. "We stand on the shoulders of visionaries," he said. "The new performing arts center will be used by thousands in the community."

The Public Square will host the college's Music Department, with 11 acoustically isolated class and practice rooms. The bookstore was relocated to the ground floor, which is also where the new cafe and juice bar are located. The Square will also host an Information Commons, which provides students with access to computers, printers and scanners.

There's also study areas for individuals or groups, a video game/TV room with an 80-inch LCD TV, four 55" LCD TV's and a new art gallery.

In addition, the Public Square contains a new 550-seat performing arts center, known as the Madison Theater. The center will officially open on Nov. 12, which will be hosted by comedian Martin Short.

Molloy Presient Dr. Drew Bogner said the new square changes the way students feel about Molloy and encourages the community to get involved. "It's a place to come togeher, to learn and socialize with one another."