WCU Health and Gerontology Building

WCU Health and Gerontology Building

This state-of-the-art facility is the first building on the new Western Carolina University – Millennium Campus located adjacent to the existing university. This facility contains all Health and Human Science curriculum studies offered by WCU. The 160,000 sf facility features a four-floor layout which contains well-equipped laboratories, offices for many department heads and staff, along with a separate dean’s suite. The location of office and administrative areas allow the faculty and staff to maintain a close connection to the student’s needs. The first floor includes a clinic where local residents can receive medical assistance. The clinic includes a hydrotherapy pool for patients to regain strength and agility to continue their active lives. The building achieved LEED Gold certification.