Midwestern State University, Centennial Hall Health Science & Human Services Center

Wichita Falls, Texas

Firm

Randall Scott Architects, Inc.

Client

Midwestern State University

Area

93,000 sq.ft.

Total Cost

$34,300,000

Completion Date

07/2019

Craig Blackmon FAIA

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Design team
Randall B. Scott, AIA (Principal in Charge); Preston Scott, AIA (Principal)

The architect crafted a legacy design and visual landmark for Midwestern State University that has become a destination for all campus tours. Centennial Hall has consolidated the university’s School of Nursing, Simulation Center, Radiologic Sciences, Respiratory Care, Dental Hygiene, and Social Work departments. Each of these departments leveraged a variety of active learning classrooms, distance learning, skills labs, university clinics, cross-discipline learning, augmented reality, and high-fidelity simulation suites.

Each classroom was designed around a curated furniture solution germane to its unique learning style. An example of this approach is evidenced in the anatomy classroom designs, which revolved around augmented-reality, life-sized “Anatomage” touchscreen tables.

The monumental design features a three-story atrium from which interprofessional simulation suites and dynamic skills labs are visible to generate excitement in current and prospective students. The design embodies the idea of “Science On Display” with a goal of visually celebrating medical pedagogy in action.