Malcolm X College and School of Health Sciences is the healthcare education hub of the City Colleges of Chicago system which focuses on the hands-on training of allied health professionals. It provides training opportunities for the estimated 84,000 new healthcare employees who are projected to work in Chicago over the next decade.
The new 545,000 sq. ft. Academic Building includes classroom space, teaching labs, computer labs, general administration spaces, common spaces, and simulation labs. The common areas include a natatorium, gymnasium, 250-seat theater, fitness center with locker rooms, library, bookstore, and a food court. The facility is crowned by an eight-story tower which represents a “virtual hospital” and allows students to learn through simulated, real-world healthcare scenarios.
The design team took great pride in its sustainable practices with the goal for LEED Gold certification. A rain water harvesting system, a green roof, and water efficient plumbing are some of the environmentally sensitive design features.
Two 25-yard lap lanes with stair entry
Underwater bench
Water volleyball and basketball
Stair entry and hydrotherapy bench
Deck level gutter overflow
Stair entry and hydrotherapy bench
Deck level gutter overflow
The new 545,000 sq. ft. Academic Building includes classroom space, teaching labs, computer labs, general administration spaces, common spaces, and simulation labs. The common areas include a natatorium, gymnasium, 250-seat theater, fitness center with locker rooms, library, bookstore, and a food court. The facility is crowned by an eight-story tower which represents a “virtual hospital” and allows students to learn through simulated, real-world healthcare scenarios.
The design team took great pride in its sustainable practices with the goal for LEED Gold certification. A rain water harvesting system, a green roof, and water efficient plumbing are some of the environmentally sensitive design features.
Two 25-yard lap lanes with stair entry
Underwater bench
Water volleyball and basketball
Stair entry and hydrotherapy bench
Deck level gutter overflow
Stair entry and hydrotherapy bench
Deck level gutter overflow
