7/27-8/28: Ellen S. Clark Hope Plaza Restoration – Mid Campus Center (MCC) Front Entrance Disruption

Starting the week of July 27, 2026, and continuing through August 28, 2026, pending weather, the Phase 5B portion of the plaza at the MCC front entrance will be under construction. Work will be performed in and around the MCC front entrance and Metro Link platform.

Please note and make arrangements to access MCC via either the north-side steps or the link, as the main front entrance and ADA ramp will be closed due to construction.

Once Phase 5B is completed on August 14, we will move to Phase 5C at the Metrolink platform entrance and Phase 6B, continuing work at the main entrance of the Eric P. Neumann Education Center (EPNEC).

Please expect continued noise, disruption and congestion at the MCC circle through August 28, 2026, in support of the Ellen S. Clark Hope Plaza Restoration.

Primarily due to the weather and unforeseen changes in the field, phases and dates are approximate. This indicates that the construction team anticipates possibly needing to move work areas and phase dates, both earlier and later, to accommodate project progress.

If your work on campus takes you in or around the BJC IOH building and Hope Plaza, please anticipate shutdowns, disruptions and inconveniences associated with this project’s construction.

Your patience and cooperation while we work to restore the plaza are sincerely appreciated.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Lauren Leonard, WashU Medicine Project Manager, at lauren.leonard@wustl.edu or call 314-362-1951.