The Podium is an elevated concrete walkway constructed in the 1970s that connects seven buildings in the academic quad. The 46,000-square-foot structure covers parking adjacent to the buildings and also space over the main public street leading to the campus.

The original waterproofing system was replaced, and a sand bed and paver system was installed. With the severe winters in New York’s North Country, snow removal from the elevated structure was a significant challenge, and copious amount of deicing chemicals were needed to maintain pedestrian safety. Ryan Biggs | Clark Davis was contracted to lead a team of consultants to rehabilitate and improve the function of the Podium and address the operational challenges for the campus.