Coffman Memorial Union, Student union building at University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, United States.
Description
Coffman Memorial Union is a four-story building that sits near the Mississippi River at the south end of Northrop Mall on the University of Minnesota campus. It houses the University Bookstore, a food court, postal services, computer labs, and student administrative offices.
History
The building opened in 1940 as a memorial to former University President Lotus D. Coffman. Architect Clarence H. Johnston Jr. designed it using the Stripped Classicism style.
Culture
The building contains dedicated spaces where students from different backgrounds gather and share experiences with one another. These centers serve as everyday meeting places that help students find community on campus.
Practical
The building is accessible through multiple entrances and connected by stairs and elevators across all floors. Plan your visit for quieter times if you want to avoid crowds in the main dining and retail areas.
Did you know?
The basement level contains a bowling alley and a music performance club where students gather in the evenings. These recreation spaces give the building a social character beyond its administrative functions.
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