It has been more than two years since Montclair State University students said goodbye to College Hall as they knew it. The renovation of the 111-year-old building began on June 7, 2017, and while there’s still work to be done, students can expect the construction to finish by next autumn.

University President, Dr. Susan Cole, spoke about what students can expect once it’s finished.

“It is getting a complete makeover and it will be a terrific space for students,” Cole said.

The building served as Montclair State’s original building back when the university was founded in 1908. Once the renovations are complete, it will serve as a one-stop shop for all student services, such as financial aid and advice, academic advice, registrar support and disability accommodations, to name a few.

The building will also contain several administrative offices, including the president’s office, the provost’s office and the vice president for student development.

Professional services are not all the building has to offer. There will also be recreational spots such as a large gathering space, student lounges and study areas. In addition to the indoor spaces, the landscaping around the building will be updated for outdoor gathering.

Students who came to the university before construction began were sad to see Einstein Bros. Bagels go. The popular bagel food chain served as a breakfast spot within College Hall, but it will instead have a Panera Bread, which many students are excited for.

Nick Cherrey, a junior studying audio and sound design, said he’s excited to have a new place to get sandwiches.

“I’m very excited because we don’t have any good places for sandwiches, other than So Deli which is just alright,”…