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Connecticut College construction contractor receives top industry honors for campus renovations

February 15, 2008

NEW LONDON, Conn. - The Connecticut College campus, regarded by many as the most beautiful campus in the country, was the focus of attention recently when its construction contractor won the state´s top award for renovation work here.

Konover Construction Corporation was awarded "Best in Show" by the Associated Builders and Contractors of Connecticut for completing $9 million in summer renovations at Connecticut College. The award was presented at the association´s 6th Annual Excellence in Construction award ceremony Jan. 24.

"Konover´s comprehensive work has re-invigorated the beauty of our scenic hilltop campus," said Ulysses B. Hammond, vice president for Administration at the college. "Their attention to detail and, most importantly, their respect for the deadlines associated with the college´s 10-week summer break made working with Konover a pleasure."

In just 75 days this past summer, nearly 500 construction workers finished more than 100 renovation projects at Connecticut College. The construction effort is part of the college´s $53 million campus renewal plan, designed to enhance technology in learning environments, revitalize student life, boost energy efficiency and update staff and faculty office spaces.

The project was chosen by a panel of judges as the year´s best of the best. "For the third year running, Connecticut College, Konover Construction, the design team and trade contractors have spent the nine-month school year meticulously planning an impressive scope of work that is then implemented over the 10-week summer break," the association´s award announcement said.

This summer´s renovations included replacing a main campus road, renovating two large residence halls, remodeling four classrooms, upgrading storm drainage and electrical systems in various buildings and installing new sidewalks, campus signage and outdoor lighting.

Konover Construction is a national firm providing construction management, design-build and general contracting services to New England and the mid-Atlantic since 1959. From construction of some of the nation´s largest retail brands to custom-built education, senior living and corporate facilities, Konover Construction has an unparalleled reputation for providing superb service with rapid delivery.

Among the most selective private liberal arts colleges in the nation, Connecticut College enrolls 1,900 men and women from 41 states, the District of Columbia and 42 countries. The college is known for putting the liberal arts into action through interdisciplinary studies, international programs, funded internships, student-faculty research and service learning. Founded in 1911, the college operates under an 86-year-old honor code. The college is located at 270 Mohegan Ave, New London, about two hours by car from Boston and New York. The 750-acre campus is an arboretum overlooking Long Island Sound. For more information, visit www.connecticutcollege.edu.

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For more information contact: Amy Sullivan (860) 439-2526; amy.sullivan@conncoll.edu