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3 people sit on the overlook outside of the Achatz Hall of Science and the John and Toni Murray Research Center while two other people walk down pathways

Achatz Hall of Science and the John and Toni Murray Research Center

The vision for the Achatz Hall of Science and John and Toni Murray Research Center was to be a modern, sustainable, collaborative, and innovative science learning center that embodies the Franciscan values that lay at the foundation of the University. Its location on the banks of Mirror Lake creates a connection to nature and establishes the building as a beacon on campus, welcoming students and community beyond the science majors.

New active-learning classrooms allow for a variety of teaching styles—from lectures to group projects. The building features collaboration nooks and benches allowing students to take advantage of tons of natural light and exterior views. Outdoor learning spaces are also included with blackboards and seating on the first level, and a rooftop terrace that can be used for planetary observation.

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Take a 360° guided video tour of various locations, both inside and out, of Achatz Hall of Science and the John and Toni Murray Research Center.

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The John and Toni Murray Research Center lit up on a summer evening with a woman using the telescope to view the evening sky
The John and Toni Murray Research Center lit up on a summer evening with a woman using the telescope to view the evening sky
4 groups of students use telescopes while another group of 4 students sit and study and another group of students use the outdoor chalkboard
4 groups of students use telescopes while another group of 4 students sit and study and another group of students use the outdoor chalkboard
A professor teaches a large group of students in a classroom featuring floor to ceiling windows that overlook campus
A professor teaches a large group of students in a classroom featuring floor to ceiling windows that overlook campus
Students have the opportunity to take classes that make use of the Cadaver Lab.
Students have the opportunity to take classes that make use of the Cadaver Lab.
The Computer Science Lab offers the opportunity to get hands-on with servers and other computer technology.
The Computer Science Lab offers the opportunity to get hands-on with servers and other computer technology.
Achatz and the John and Toni Murray Research Center offer students a great view of Mirror Lake and the rest of campus
Achatz and the John and Toni Murray Research Center offer students a great view of Mirror Lake and the rest of campus
Students won't be cramped in the large lecture halls Achatz has to offer
Students won’t be cramped in the large lecture halls Achatz has to offer.
The Organic Chemistry Lab lets students get hands-on with various scientific experiments and puts a priority on safety.
The Organic Chemistry Lab lets students get hands-on with various scientific experiments and puts a priority on safety.
USF’s Sciences division has an Anatomage Table used to enhance anatomy and physiology courses, advanced physiology and pathophysiology, and comparative anatomy.
USF’s Sciences division has an Anatomage Table used to enhance anatomy and physiology courses, advanced physiology and pathophysiology, and comparative anatomy.

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