A New Hub for Science and Tech at William & Mary
A New Era for Science and Technology
William & Mary has just opened a state-of-the-art building for science and tech students. Known as the Integrated Science Center 4 (ISC4), it is a pivotal part of a broader initiative to enhance research and education.
A Milestone in Education
- First New School in 50 Years
- Departments: Computer Science, Data Science, Applied Science
- Location: Built on the site of an old hall, near the library
- Space: 124,000 square feet of new construction and 10,000 square feet renovated
Features and Facilities
The ISC4 boasts:
- 35 labs
- Classrooms
- Study areas
- Makerspace with tools for welding, 3D printing, and more
Reactions from the Community
Eric Bradley, leader of the applied science program, has been working on this project since 2016. He emphasizes that the new building will foster collaboration and improve research capabilities.
Randy Ready, from communications, witnessed the excitement on students' faces during the first tours. Margaret Saha, a professor in applied science, is eager to start research with her students, highlighting the importance of early involvement in science.
Geoffrey Zahn, a professor studying microbes, is particularly thrilled about the new wet labs, which are essential for his fungi research.
Growing Interest in Tech and Science
The new building responds to the surging interest in tech and science fields. Over the past decade:
- Computer Science majors have more than doubled
- Physics enrollment has grown
- Data Science program has seen a significant increase in students since its inception five years ago
