Morrison Family College of Health and Nursing Simulation

University of St. Thomas

BWBR was hired by the University of St. Thomas (UST) to provide overall space programming for the new College of Health, including a new nursing program and a conceptual design for a new building to house the entire College. The College of Health is intentional about its fresh approach to health care and attracting a more diverse generation of professionals into the health care industry. With a goal of treating the whole person mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually, students learn to treat a patient’s health conditions as well as respect various traditions and cultures.

After reviewing current needs, but a new building site and full funding not yet available, UST decided to pursue Phase 1 of the overall master plan by renovating the existing Summit Building. This first space for UST nursing students features a multi-million-dollar simulation lab with state-of-the-art robotic patient mannequins and control rooms. Additional specialty program spaces include a birthing room, pediatric intensive care room, hospice suite, and active learning classrooms, among others. The building also includes space for the School of Social Work.