SM&W Contribution
Shen Milsom & Wilke (SM&W) played a vital role in providing acoustic, audiovisual, IT infrastructure, IT systems, and medical equipment planning for the new 195K SF, 6-story, Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine at Belmont University, located in Nashville, TN. Designed to foster interdisciplinary learning, the facility includes one of the largest and most comprehensive simulation centers in the nation.
Our acoustic design experts ensured optimal sound environments across learning theaters, simulation labs, and student spaces. Our audiovisual team’s expertise was integral to the project, as they designed and implemented advanced AV systems that supported flexible curriculum delivery, interactive learning experiences, and immersive simulations. These systems allowed for full-room recording, small group engagement, and cutting-edge simulation-based learning tools.
Our IT team handled the design and integration of IT infrastructure and systems to ensure seamless use of technology building-wide, supporting digital resources and communication needs. Our medical equipment planning team specified over $2M worth of simulation equipment, including mannequins and other advanced training tools. The complexity of developing a healthcare simulation facility required a thorough understanding of the program’s mission and training goals ensuring the chosen equipment meets curriculum needs. Following the design phases, SM&W worked with Belmont University to procure all of the medical and simulation equipment throughout the project. This included vendor coordination, purchasing tracking as well as onsite management of the installation of IT, AV, and medical equipment.