News from Tulane

Ed Mandeville, left, and Van Coulon of Intrepid Stone Contractors maneuver a granite block into place during the construction of Newcomb Plaza on the Tulane uptown campus. The project, which is located at the top of the circular drive in front of Newcomb Hall, will create a pedestrian environment with seating and shaded areas. The work is expected to be completed in November.

Alfredo Juarez, left, and Patrick Mitchell of Bernard Bros. concrete contractors, prepare an area for a concrete pour.