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The Northwestern University Lakefill is an area of land that was reclaimed from Lake Michigan . It was built from 1964-1969 as a result of the university's need to expand the campus' physical facilities during which it was referred to as a landfill. Northwestern President J. Roscoe Miller received permission from the town of Evanston and the Illinois legislature (as well as numerous other groups) to reclaim 74 acres (30 ha) of underwater land. As solid ground was established, Northwestern began the construction of the Northwestern University Library , the Norris University Center and the Pick-Staiger Concert Hall , all built from 1970-1975. In recent years, the lakefill has grown to include the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion and Norris Aquatics Center, also known as SPAC (for Sports '''P'''avilion and '''A'''quatics '''C'''enter). Numerous paths intersect through the lakefill, providing an ideal route for walkers and joggers. Certain points along the lakefill shore allow for a clear view of Chicago . EXTERNAL LINK |
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