229-333-2157 August 25, 2004
Congressman Jack Kingston helps dedicate VSU Odum Library Addition
An Open House for Valdosta State University's new addition to
the Odum Library took place Wednesday, Aug. 25 in the atrium of the
new addition. A dedication ceremony featured Congressman Jack
Kingston of Georgia's First Congressional District. VSU President
Dr. Ronald M. Zaccari and University Librarian Dr. George R.
Gaumond also provided remarks.
Construction of the addition began Aug. 13, 2001 and was completed
on Nov. 12, 2003. The addition cost $14.2 million and is 95,000
square feet. Distinctive features include a 24 hour Internet Cafe,
the GALILEO Technology Center, electronic classrooms, auditorium,
expanded Media Center, climate-controlled Archives, new study
areas, and additional book shelving.
Architects of the library addition are Jova/Daniels/Busby of
Atlanta and Ingram Parris Group of Valdosta, Ga. Construction
services were provided by Culpepper Construction Company of
Tallahassee, Fla.
