A college dormitory makeover wouldn’t normally attract much attention, but Manor Hall at the University of the Pacific comes with a twist: it will house students who are active-duty military and veterans.
Students began moving in this week to the 101-year-old brick residential structure that was one of eight original buildings on the leafy Stockton campus. The building had been unoccupied since 2013.
Dedicating a residence hall to members of the U.S. military and those who have served underscores what university leaders see as a ripe opportunity to cater to a group that deserves recognition…