Beacon College Breaks Ground on Inclusive Intramural and Fitness Center for Neurodivergent Learners
Beacon College has broken ground on its new $11 million, 28,000-square-foot Intramural and Fitness Center. The premier facility is designed to enhance student wellness and create inclusive opportunities for recreation, athletics, and community events.
The new center will feature two university-regulation basketball courts, a one-tenth-mile running track, a fully equipped fitness center, multipurpose playing surfaces for basketball, volleyball, and floor hockey, and removable bleacher seating for up to 250 spectators. The facility will also include locker rooms, equipment storage, staff offices, and a climate-controlled auditorium-style event space capable of accommodating 1,000 people.
“The construction of the Intramural and Fitness Center is a testament to our dedication to the holistic development of our students and one that is critical to enhancing our students’ physical wellness and quality of life. While fitness is important for all students, it is especially vital for neurodivergent learners, as exercise and participation in group activities foster self-confidence, focus, discipline, mental health, and social development. This center will be a cornerstone of our commitment to educating and empowering the whole student.”
—Dr. George Hagerty, President
Beacon College officials, community leaders, and supporters gathered at the Jack Jones Athletic Field, across the street from the new facility, to mark the groundbreaking ceremony on Aug. 26.
The Intramural and Fitness Center will provide inclusive opportunities for both competitive and recreational activities, ensuring that Beacon students — many of whom thrive with structured, supportive environments — have a dedicated space to build lifelong wellness habits. More than 70% of Beacon College students participate regularly in fitness, intramural, recreation and competitive athletic programming.
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Over 70% of Beacon College students participate regularly in fitness, intramural, recreation and competitive athletic programming. And yet, Beacon College students have had to rely on rented venues for games or matches with no true place to call home.
Through our $14.5 million campaign, we will further fulfill our commitment to providing a distinct learning environment where our students’ life stories are written: discovering the joy of learning, making good friends, developing self-confidence and gaining a vision for their future.
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