The former residence hall at Western Michigan University, built in 1939 and visible behind Waldo Stadium, has been vacant for decades.

Frank and Pat Russo have been creating opportunities to help students succeed at Raritan Valley Community College for several years. This gift is the largest scholarship commitment in the College ...

The hall will host existing events, such as job fairs, with the potential for more external community events. The center is estimated to cost $9.3 million, MCC documents show.