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bouldering caves, countless routes that change monthly, and a simulated ice climbing area. There were more than 10,000 uses in the first 11 months after opening the climbing wall, where instruc- tors not only conduct popular academic climbing classes, but also offer belay certi- fication courses. Eastern Washington University din- ing services also expanded into the new building with the addition of The Roost. Set on the second floor of the URC, overlooking the ice arena, this premier dining venue is equipped with a state- of-the-art open-air kitchen serving-up Northwestern fresh cuisine with an EWU flair. This location will have an ever-changing menu built around bistro-style classics in a fun atmosphere with plenty of sights, sizzles and sounds that make this one-of-a-kind dining location a sure hit. Other tenants include the Health, Wellness and Prevention Services Department, the Club Sport Federation, and EPIC (Experiential Programs Inspiring Confidence) Adventures. Other areas of interest include an underground parking garage, outdoor heated stairways and a large plaza common area that is popular for outdoor campus functions. ★ Jamie Gwinn is the URC Manager for Eastern Washington University 14 R INK MAGAZ INE november/december 2009 STARrinks.com • Year Building Opened: 2008 • Square footage of Building: 117,699 indoor sq. ft. • Featured Tenants: Fitness Center, Climbing Wall, Dining, Club Sport Federation, Health/Wellness & Prevention Services, EPIC Adventures, URC Customer Service Counter, Multi-Purpose Arena (Ice Rink) • Size and Number of Ice Sheets: One NHL Size Rink • Number of Locker Rooms/Party Rooms: 4 arena locker rooms, 2 student locker rooms, 2 faculty/staff locker rooms • Type of Rink Floor: Concrete • Manufacturer of Refrigeration System: Ammonia/CIMCO • Manufacturer of Dasher Boards: Becker Arena Products • Height of Glass and Netting: 6' Glass & Netting to the Ceiling • Type of lighting: Florescent, Halide and Natural Light • Year, model, fuel source and manufacturer of IRs: 2007 '545' Zamboni (Propane) • Seating capacity: 900 • Hourly rate of ice time during prime time: $170 per hour flat rate • Listing of Skating Programs: Drop-in Hockey & Figure Skating, Stick & Puck, Learn to Skate, Open Skate • Other features – retail space, restaurant, pro shop, etc.: Customer Service Desk: lock sales, locker rentals, sock sales, skate rentals, & membership services • STAR trained employees, CIT or Five Star: One employee completes CIT in Spring 2010, one IMEO/BR, one IMPT, five BR • Interesting tidbit or fact about facility: Received L.E.E.D. Gold Certification STARrinks.com featured rink info Eastern Washington University There are plenty of dining and recreation opportunites at the facility.