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A student-inspired and student-designed study space was the driving force behind the multi-year, multi-million dollar renovation project that Student Government sponsored and took all the way to the Governor for support.

For generations of Gators, the number one most requested student service on campus was an additional, state of the art study space. After hearing students voice this concern over a number of years, Student Government explored different ways to solve this pervasive issue. As a historic building on campus, Newell Hall was selected as the destination of a student space unlike any other we have at the University of Florida. Student Government worked tirelessly for a number of years to keep Newell Hall funding at the forefront of the legislative agenda and with student rallies, letter writing campaigns and countless meetings with the Governor, his staff, and members of the state house and senate, $10 million was secured in funding for the renovation project. An additional $5 million was designated by President Machen.

Newell Hall Learning Commons provides a modern, vibrant environment that fosters and encourages student learning. Newell Hall was built for students and by students. It is also the home to Sweet Barries and the Center for Undergraduate Research.

Newell Hall is funded by Student Government.