Sneak Peek: Middle School Common Space Renovations

Middle School students will return this fall to refreshed common spaces, thanks to a historic philanthropic gift from a Class of 1949 alumna. A bequest from the estate of Susanne Eck Higinbothom and William Higinbothom is supporting the expansion of student support services in the Middle School as well as renovations to existing spaces. 

Alumna architect Patti Rhee '90, partner at Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects in Los Angeles, generously donated her time and talent to developing the concepts for the new campus spaces. Work will begin in early summer. 

The plans feature modern gathering spaces, collaborative work locations, an interactive whiteboard wall, and plenty of nooks where students can relax and recharge on the first and second floors of the Middle School building. 

“This is a full-circle Bryn Mawr story that highlights the power of our multigenerational community,” said Sue Sadler, Head of School. “Thanks to the generous philanthropy of our alumnae—both through an extraordinary bequest and incredible professional expertise—the everyday lives of our Middle School students will be enhanced and enriched.”

In recognition of the extraordinary gift, the North Building, one of the anchor buildings on Bryn Mawr’s 26-acre campus, will be renamed the William and Susanne Eck Higinbothom ‘49 Building when it reopens in the fall. 

View the architectural renderings here. 

*Please note: These are not final renderings and the final design may differ from what you see here.