Building a Better LMU
Explore what’s changing and when you can expect to see the results. Check back for the latest project updates and timelines.
The Lair
Now Open!
The newly-renovated Lair is now open!
The new Lair has been transformed into a brighter, more modern, and more flexible dining destination, featuring new food stations, refreshed interiors, expanded seating and gathering areas, enhanced outdoor dining space, and improvements designed to support LMU Hospitality's All-You-Care-to-Eat dining experience.
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University Hall Escalators
Phase I is Open! Additional escalators opening soon.
After more than 40 years of service, University Hall’s original escalators are being fully replaced as part of a long-anticipated project that began last spring. The first set of escalators reopened Monday, Oct. 12, with additional escalators becoming available throughout the fall.
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Parking
Launching October 2026
Finding parking on campus is about to get easier. LMU is launching Just Another Parking App (JAPA), a new mobile app designed to help students, faculty, staff, and visitors quickly identify available parking spaces across campus. The app provides real-time parking availability information, reducing the time spent searching for a spot and helping improve traffic flow throughout LMU's campus. JAPA is expected to launch in September and is currently offering internships for LMU students on Handshake in business and entrepreneurship; marketing communications; and technology and innovation.
LMU Bluff Letters
Returning Fall 2026 - Ahead of Schedule
The LMU letters overlooking the bluff are expected to return this fall, well ahead of the university’s anticipated timeline. The letters were removed in 2024 as part of a larger project to stabilize the hillside following significant erosion and storm damage. Their return will restore a familiar campus landmark that has been part of LMU’s Westchester campus for generations. Weather permitting, the letters will be installed this fall.
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Recently Completed Projects
Sacred Heart Chapel
Completed September 2026
Exterior improvements included replacing the entry stairs, the concrete and drive approach area, added accessibility improvements including a ramp near the altar and a lift providing basement access.
Burns Recreation Center Pool
Completed September 2026
The Burns Recreation Center pool reopened with new plaster, a replaced deck, and new tile, lighting, and handrails. These improvements refreshed a major recreation and wellness space that has served the LMU community since 2000.
LMU Bookstore Hello Kitty x LMU Collection
Completed September 2026
The LMU Bookstore expanded its popular Hello Kitty collection with two new styles for the 2026–27 academic year. The growing assortment reflects LMU’s continued focus on creating fresh, relevant merchandise that connects with students and fans.
Classroom and Technology Upgrades
Completed Summer 2026
Classrooms and event spaces received new audio/visual technology, and five computer labs were equipped with new computers. Students also gained access to digital learning tools including Microsoft Copilot, LMU’s AI chat solution with enterprise data protection, and LinkedIn Learning, offering thousands of expert-led courses for academic and career development.
LMU Children’s Center
Completed Summer 2026
The LMU Children’s Center received repairs and site improvements, including upgrades to drainage, sidewalks, plumbing, flooring, landscaping, and fencing.
LMU Bookstore
Completed Summer 2026
LMU bookstore began offering a concierge summer dorm-essentials delivery service.
Gersten Pavilion and Hannon Apartment Roofs
Completed Summer 2026
Gersten Pavilion and Hannon Apartments received new roofs this summer, as part of ongoing campus maintenance.
Gersten Pavilion Exterior Waterproofing
Completed Summer 2026
Installed a waterproofing coating to the exterior of Gersten’s concrete facade.
LMU Loyola Law School Branding
Completed Summer 2026
Fabricated and installed new branding signage to building exteriors.
Campus Storm Drainage
Completed Summer 2026
LMU installed new storm drain piping, catch basins, and manholes to divert roughly 35% of our storm water lines to the South of Westchester campus to improve campus drainage and mitigate water intrusion concerns.