by InTrieste
The central cafeteria at the University of Trieste will close for approximately 10 months starting at the end of July to allow for a major renovation project aimed at improving services for students and staff.
Regional officials announced that the refurbishment will cost about €2.55 million and will be financed through the regional agency for the right to study, Agenzia Regionale per il Diritto allo Studio (Ardis). The work is intended to modernize the facility after many years of continuous use.
The announcement followed a meeting at the regional headquarters in Trieste between Regional Councillor for Universities Alessia Rosolen, the university’s rector Donata Vianelli, Ardis representatives and members of the student council.
Officials said the project aims to maintain dining services throughout the construction period. A temporary two-story cafeteria will be installed on the university campus in Piazzale Europa, on the site currently occupied by a basketball court. According to regional authorities, the structure will offer the same number of seats as the existing facility.
The temporary facility, scheduled to open in September, will be funded separately by the regional government at a cost of €1.85 million.
Additional services are also planned to help meet demand during the renovation period. A takeaway point for pre-ordered cold meals will be set up between the E3 student residence and the main cafeteria, while a breakfast area will be arranged inside the E3 Auditorium.
Regional officials said the renovation work is expected to last about ten months and is part of a broader effort to improve essential student services at the university.
Authorities expressed confidence that the temporary structure will meet the needs of the university community until the upgraded cafeteria reopens.
