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On April 10, 2026, the��Hellems Arts and Sciences building on main campus reopened after a full interior renovation that began in summer 2023. The building’s look includes a new floor plan, sleek modern systems, updated classroom and office spaces, and a new basement theater room. Students and faculty can also enjoy a��new café, plenty of study spaces, improved accessibility and air conditioning.��

Located in the building’s courtyard, the�� — home to many�� productions — also boasts an upgrade.��

While the renovation prioritized modern finishes and features, designers took care to preserve the 105-year-old building’s historic charm, reusing about 80% of the roof tiles and refinishing the original wood floors.��

“Hellems is more than a building,” said Daryl Maeda, former dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. “It’s a symbol of �鶹��Ѱ�����Boulder’s dedication to the liberal arts as the intellectual heart of the university.”��

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Photos by Glenn Asakawa and Patrick Campbell