Facilities Directory

  • Asplundh Field House | 2775 Buck Road

    The 60,000 square foot Asplundh Field House, built in 1960, underwent extensive renovation and addition in the late 1990s. The facility now includes two gymnasiums, a wrestling room, a fitness center with aerobic and strength-training equipment, a dance studio, and classroom facilities.

    Director of Athletics

    Matthew Kennedy
    267-502-4566
    matthew.kennedy@brynathyn.edu

  • Athletic Fields | 630 Tomlinson Road | 2855, 2843, 2795 Buck Road

    Bryn Athyn College uses the C. Dandridge Ebert, D. Richard Simons, and Larry E. Spalding athletic fields for soccer and lacrosse. The brand new Richard R. Gladish tennis courts and the outdoor volleyball and basketball courts near the residence halls provide space for recreational outdoor athletics.

    Director of Athletics

    Matthew Kennedy
    267-502-4566
    matthew.kennedy@brynathyn.edu

  • Brickman Center for Student Life and Admissions | 2945 College Drive

    The 28,000 square foot Theodore and Sally Brickman Center for Student Life and Admissions serves as an entrance and welcome center for the College. With a great hall, dining and kitchen facilities, offices for admissions and financial aid, the Alumni Association office, the President's Office, and ample space for studying and student life activities, the Brickman Center serves as a central location for student life and information at the College.

    Dean of Admissions

    Matthew McCaffrey
    267-502-6000
    admissions@brynathyn.edu

  • Bryn Athyn Cathedral | 900 Cathedral Road

    Dedicated in 1919, Bryn Athyn Cathedral is a highly acclaimed Gothic and Romanesque style complex. The decorative aspects of the Cathedral are governed by a distinctive symbolism based on the teachings of the New Church. The building hosts special worship services for Bryn Athyn College throughout the year, and also serves as a center for religious and historical studies.

    Tour Coordinator

    Julia Schmucker
    267-502-4600
    admin@brynathyncathedral.org
    www.brynathyncathedral.org

  • Cairnwood Estate | 1005 Cathedral Road

    Designed in the Beaux Arts style, Cairnwood Estate was completed in 1895 and served as the home of John Pitcairn, founder of the Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company, until his death in 1916. After the Pitcairn family donated the house in 1980, Cairnwood stood vacant until 1994, when the Academy of the New Church renovated the structure. Today Cairnwood serves as an educational, cultural, and hospitality center serving the College, Bryn Athyn community and surrounding area.

    Education Coordinator

    Lisa Parker Adams
    215-947-2004
    info@cairnwood.org
    www.cairnwood.org

  • Campus Bookstore | 2965 College Drive

    The College book store is located in Pendleton Hall in the heart of campus. All course books are sold here, as well as all the binders, paper, notebooks, and academic supplies a student needs to succeed academically. The campus store also has a variety of BAC swag—from t-shirts and sweatshirts to water bottles and bumperstickers. And there's always something new on the shelves.

    Bookstore Manager

    Mara White
    267-502-2612
    Mara.White@brynathyn.edu

  • Childs Hall | 750 Campus Drive

    Childs Hall, the largest residence hall on campus, houses 45 students in a combination of double and single rooms. Recent renovations to the downstairs lounges and entrance area provide an attractive space for student social events. A music room offers students an area for creative outlet. Kitchen facilities as well as a laundry room are available for student use. Just outside of Childs Hall, outdoor basketball and volleyball courts and a student-built gazebo form a center for college social life.

    Director of Residence Life

    Jennifer Lucas
    267-502-2794
    jennifer.lucas@brynathyn.edu

  • College Grounds Café | 2925 College Drive

    For long days or early mornings, most Bryn Athyn students find some part of their day to visit the College Grounds Café, centrally located in the Swedenborg Library. Its debatable whether the café is better suited to studying or socializing, but with the full line of Starbucks drinks served it can be assured that College Grounds is buzzing just a little more than any other spot on campus.

    Café Manager

    Lottie Gurney
    267-502-2488

  • Dining Hall | 2800 Buck Road

    The Dining Hall underwent complete reconstruction last year. It now seats over 200 students in a light and cozy setting. Large windows and light wood beams provide an airy feel, while large stone fireplaces enrich the comfortable, friendly atmosphere. In addition to the two large dining areas, there is a large patio and small upstairs meeting room.

    Director of Residence Life

    Jennifer Lucas
    267-502-2794
    jennifer.lucas@brynathyn.edu

  • Doering Center for Science and Research | 2915 Campus Drive

    The 39,000 square foot Grant R. Doering Center for Science and Research houses science laboratories that facilitate undergraduate research projects along with classrooms and faculty offices. The Doering Center is located between Pitcairn Hall and the Swedenborg Library. The Doering Center for Science and Research was designed and constructed using the United States Green Building Council's LEED Rating System for new constructions. LEED, which stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is an internationally recognized standard for what constitutes a "green building."

    College Office Manager

    Jacqueline McFall
    267-502-2400
    admissions@brynathyn.edu

  • Fine Arts Center | 2825 Benade Circle

    The Fine Arts Center includes lab facilities for ceramics, drawing and painting, jewelry and metals, and traditional black and white photography. Classrooms, music practice rooms, galleries and rehearsal spaces are also available.

    College Office Manager

    Jacqueline McFall
    267-502-2400
    admissions@brynathyn.edu

  • Glencairn Museum | 1001 Cathedral Road

    Glencairn Museum, a unique structure based in the medieval Romanesque style, provides an unequaled educational resource for students through a remarkable collection of Egyptian, Ancient Near East, Classical, Medieval, Asian, and Native American art and artifacts. Several classes in history and religion are taught in Glencairn and students have the opportunity to serve as interns in the museum. Glencairn was recently featured as a winner in the Best of Philly section of Philadelphia Magazine.

    Tour Coordinator

    Leah Smith
    267-502-2600
    info@glencairnmuseum.org
    www.glencairnmuseum.org

  • Grant Hall | 730 Campus Drive

    Grant Hall provides housing for 34 women. Eight single-occupancy rooms are available to second year and above students in the east wing. First-year students are housed in twelve double-occupancy rooms and two single rooms for RAs located in the south wing. The facility also contains several lounges (one of which is a "quiet" study lounge), TV rooms, a kitchen and dining area, and laundry facilities.

    Director of Residence Life

    Jennifer Lucas
    267-502-2794
    jennifer.lucas@brynathyn.edu

  • Jungé Ice Rink and Pavilion | 3002 Cairnwood Drive

    The James F. Jungé Ice Rink and Pavilion, which is located adjacent to the Social Center, provides facilities for ice-skating during the winter season and an athletic arena and events facility during the remainder of the year. The facility is dedicated to long-time board member, James F. Jungé.

    Director of Athletics

    Matthew Kennedy
    267-502-4566
    matthew.kennedy@brynathyn.edu

  • Mitchell Performing Arts Center | 800 Tomlinson Road

    Originally built as a meeting facility and gymnasium in the early 20th century, the 439 seat Mitchell Performing Arts Center was renovated in 1999 and provides modern facilities for staging a variety of theatrical, musical, and other performances.

    Mitchell Center Director

    Naomi Haus-Roth
    267-502-2793
    boxoffice@mitchellcenter.info
    www.mitchellcenter.info

  • Pendleton Hall | 2965 College Drive

    Pendleton Hall serves as one of the primary academic buildings on campus. The structure contains classrooms, the main college office, and faculty and deans offices. The Commons and chapel support larger gatherings and a smaller student lounge offers ideal study or visiting space. The College Book Store is also located in Pendleton Hall.

    College Office Manager

    Jacqueline McFall
    267-502-2400
    admissions@brynathyn.edu

  • Pitcairn Hall | 801 Tomlinson Road

    Named for the John Pitcairn family, whose generosity has resulted in a number of outstanding buildings and facilities on campus, Pitcairn Hall houses administrative offices and meeting space. The beautiful structure provides office space for the IT department, Consolidate Plant Operations, and other administrative offices.

    College Office Manager

    Jacqueline McFall
    267-502-2400
    admissions@brynathyn.edu

  • Residence Cottages | 751, 753, 755, 757, & 759 Campus Drive

    In fall of 2008 four new residence cottages opened for student occupancy. The buildings provide attractive, apartment-style living space for third and fourth year students. The entrance to each unit leads into a large living and dining area with cathedral ceilings. An open-style kitchen and guest bathroom add to the home-like atmosphere. Each apartment has two floors, each with two single bedrooms, one double bedroom, and a private bathroom. The cottages center around a U-shaped courtyard just across the road from Grant Hall and Childs Hall. The residence cottages are each named in honor of long-time supporters of New Church higher education: Alden Cottage is named for Karl R. Alden, Gyllenhaal Cottage is named for Leonard E. Gyllenhaal, Hyatt Cottage is named for Morna Hyatt, and Woodard Cottage is named for George and Nancy Woodard.

    Director of Residence Life

    Jennifer Lucas
    267-502-2794
    jennifer.lucas@brynathyn.edu

  • Residence Suites | 822, 826 & 828 Campus Drive

    In fall of 2010 three new residence suites opened for student occupancy. The buildings provide eighteen apartment-style suites for second and third year students. Each suite houses five students in two double rooms and one single, and each unit has a private bathroom, a living space, a full kitchen, and stunning views. Located adjacent to Childs Hall and across the road from our Residence Cottages, the residence suites sit in the heart of campus life. Just outside sit our basketball and volleyball courts are our gazebo and BBQ pit are just down the path. The suites are named for important members of the Bryn Athyn College community: King Hall is named for Bishop Louis and Freya King, Gladish Hall is named for Dr. Robert and Margaret Gladish, and Brock Hall is named for Dr. Erland Brock.

    Director of Residence Life

    Jennifer Lucas
    267-502-2794
    jennifer.lucas@brynathyn.edu

  • The Retreat | 1025 Cathedral Road

    The Retreat is a feature not seen on most college campuses: a cottage hidden in the woods, surrounded by three ponds and small spring feed waterfall. Not open to public, the Retreat is available to students for walks and just to get away for a little while maybe study by the pond or enjoy the borough’s best sunsets. Built around 1925 by Raymond Pitcairn for his beloved wife Mildred as place for her to get away, Mildred’s Retreat is still the official name and the place is still a timeless retreat.

    College Office Manager

    Jacqueline McFall
    267-502-2400
    admissions@brynathyn.edu

  • Social Center | 3006 Cairnwood Drive

    Originally built as an automotive garage for Cairnwood Estate, the Social Center offers space for informal gatherings and other social events including dances, dinners, movies and small-stage performances. A second-floor apartment provides housing space for students. Jungé Pavilion, which is located adjacent to the Social Center, provides facilities for ice-skating and ice hockey during the winter season and an athletic arena during the remainder of the year.

    Director of Student Activities

    Justin Bowyer
    267-502-2957
    justin.bowyer@brynathyn.edu

  • Swedenborg Library | 2925 College Drive

    Located in the heart of campus, the Swedenborg Library consists of 35,000 square feet of floor space on three floors. The building includes two computer labs, meeting rooms, and areas for group study, while housing over 130,000 volumes. The Swedenborg Library also houses our campus coffee house, College Grounds.

    Library Director

    Carroll Odhner
    267-502-2524
    carroll.odhner@brynathyn.edu