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About the W.F. Mitchell Centre Project

About the W.F. Mitchell Centre Project



The 50 year old Mitchell Centre will undergo a $60 million renovation and 120,000 square foot expansion in the near future. The new construction will provide students, faculty and staff a state of the art facility for recreation, intramurals, fitness and varsity sports. It will also provide a first class venue for university events such as convocations, banquets and conferences.

The new structure will house a two storey 24,000 sq ft fitness centre and a 2200 seat event centre, with a suspended running track, capable of hosting varsity basketball and volleyball as well as numerous large capacity events such as convocation. A climbing wall will be installed at the entrance of the building to accommodate recreational climbers. The new construction will also include a combative room to house the Gryphon wrestling team and martial arts classes. There will be numerous studios, multi-purpose rooms to complete the building and provide a welcoming environment.

Renovation of the present Mitchell Centre will include an upgrade to the present gymnasia to accommodate recreation and intramural programs. It will also provide an elite development and training centre for varsity athletes and community athletes with the potential to be national team athletes. This facility will provide testing, training and injury management services to the University of Guelph and the Guelph community.

The newly expanded facility will include social spaces, concession areas, a merchandise store, new locker rooms and offices for the Department of Athletics staff. This centre will create a hub for health and wellness on campus.

For more information about donating to the W.F. Mitchell Centre Project, please contact:
Sam Kosakowski
Alumni Advancement Manager - Athletics
Alumni Affairs and Development
University of Guelph
519.824.4120Ext.58463
www.buildingpotential.ca
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