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Article: Student center at TCC to offer a place to hang out.(Local)
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- The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA)
- Article date:
- June 30, 2009
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By Denise Watson Batts
The Virginian-Pilot
NORFOLK
Darryl Thornton's hangout spots at the Tidewater Community College campus tend to be wherever the student can find a clear piece of wall outside one of the buildings.
That could soon change, as school officials on Monday announced plans to build a new student center to house child care, eateries, lounge areas and a fitness center.
"It is our version of Webb Center, Godwin Center," said TCC President Deborah DiCroce, referring to student hubs at Old Dominion and Norfolk State universities, during a groundbreaking ceremony. "Dare I say, only better. TCC style. A room of their ...