For the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years, MSM budgeted approximately $2.9 million each year to fund capital improvements throughout campus, which includes the main building constructed in the early 1900s, as well as the student residence building Andersen Hall which opened in 2001.
Here are highlights of how those resources are being deployed for our capital initiatives:
A lift is being added for wheelchair access to the MSM cafeteria; when completed, the majority of the campus will be accessible.
Five MSM Steinway Model B Classic Grand Pianos were rebuilt in 2023-24; it is often referred to as often referred to by pianists as “the perfect piano.”
Earlier this calendar year, the AV systems within Miller Recital Hall and Ades Performance Space were replaced with modern technology. These new AV systems and infrastructure will help our Production, Recording Arts and Distance Learning staff to support faculty and students to provide a high level of quality and service for the many performances that take place in those spaces each year.
Greenfield Hall will have its HVAC system replaced in spring 2025
We also made significant investment in upgrades to both the wired and wireless network infrastructure. New cabling was added while some old cabling was replaced or upgraded; dated switches and access points were replaced with modern equipment. For example, 60 dated access points were replaced with modem access points and we’ve deployed 40 new access points to improve Wi-Fi access throughout campus. Overall, network security was enhanced while speed and reliability are much improved.
Please share your experiences, including positive ones, with the IT Helpdesk by sending an email to helpdesk@msmnyc.edu.
Earlier this year, we completed construction of a new recording studio control room across from Miller Recital Hall. This new space significantly expanded the recording and streaming capabilities of the Orto Center, bringing video and streaming services to Ades Performance Space and allowing for more private recording session bookings in Miller Recital Hall.
MSM’s distance learning and streaming capabilities have also been increased with the replacement of other outdated equipment in other areas of the school.
Prior to students moving into Andersen Hall last month, the large window behind the Andersen Hall security desk was replaced. The former window was a source of continuing water leaks that caused damage inside the lobby. The new window set is also more energy efficient and will reduce energy costs in the space.
Earlier this calendar year, we completed a much-needed refresh of the 6th floor Residence lounge located within Andersen Hall. The improvements included new lighting, a new entertainment system, and new furniture to help make it a more welcoming and functional space for our more than 500 student residents.
Upgrades including new lighting and furniture for the 6th floor Andersen Hall are enjoyed by MSM students!
Two major projects recently kicked off surrounding MSM’s campus. One is the replacement of our sidewalks abutting MSM’s campus—Claremont Avenue, West 122nd Street, and Broadway. These sidewalks (especially the Broadway side) are in bad to terrible shape and need replacement. Although our sidewalks are public right of way, MSM is responsible for their maintenance, repair, and replacement. Weather permitting, the work will continue until the project is completed; otherwise, there may be a slight pause in the work.
Additionally, the nearly 100-year-old, retaining wall on the corner of Claremont Avenue and W. 122nd Street is failing. Sections of that wall will be repaired, while others will be entirely replaced.
The retaining wall at the corner of Claremont Avenue and W. 122nd St is failing and sections will be repaired or replaced.
Both of these exterior projects are being completed to maintain safety for our students, employees, and pedestrians who come to or walk past campus each day.
Periods of noise and disruption are inevitable, but we will mitigate disruptions as much as possible. During this time, access to and egress from campus on Claremont Avenue will be temporarily modified on a rolling basis, while also ensuring necessary egress is maintained from each building in case of an emergency.
Our contractor has secured the necessary permits to restrict parking in order to maintain a safe walkway in the street. Those detours to provide safe walking paths will also be maintained on an ongoing basis.
Signs will be posted and our security team will be available to assist as needed.
Sidewalks abutting the MSM building are being replaced
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