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Phase I (2005):
- As part of the University’s “Master Plan” for expansion of facilities and enrollment, Henry Bros. Co. was selected for the major renovations to this 124-year-old former Motherhouse. The facility houses the College of Nursing, conference rooms, general classrooms, and student housing
- The 41,000 square foot facility was built in 1881 by the first Franciscan Sisters in Illinois.
- The four-story structure was originally constructed using locally quarried limestone and features substantial walls, some in excess of eighteen inches
Phase II (2007):
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University of St. Francis has purchased the historic Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate convent at 520 Plainfield Road in Joliet.
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Built in 1881, the Motherhouse will become the "front door" of the University.
- This building will become home to the College of Nursing and Allied Health, a health and wellness clinic open to the community, USF Solutions, a conferencing center, Admissions, Office of the President, Alumni and Development Department, and a second food service for the university.
- In addition the Chapel on the third floor will be open to the community. The remaining portion of the building will consist of student housing.
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