Chicago State University Convocation Center

TGRWA provided the structural design, working drawings and construction phase documents for the 5 Level, 172,000 square foot Convocation Center. The long-span roof framing system consists of 4 two-way trusses that span the 220’ x 260’ arena. The concourse areas are case-in-place concrete flat slabs. The seating treads and risers are precast concrete supported on cast-in-place concrete bents. The Convocation Center will be used for sporting, entertainment and graduation events.

• Involvement: Structural Engineer of Record
• Client: Loebl Schlossman & Hackl Architects, William E. Brazley & Associates, Ltd.
• Owner: Chicago State University
• Date of Completion: 2008