Dozens Of Students Relocated After Ceiling Caved In At Coker University

A structural engineer and architect conducted an in-depth inspection Monday out of an abundance of caution.

Students at Coker University were relocated after a ceiling caved in on Saturday.

The collapse occurred in the dining hall after a water pipe burst. The water leak caused significant damage leading to the relocation of 31 students to available housing on campus.

A structural engineer and architect conducted an in-depth inspection Monday out of an abundance of caution.

Residential assistants are working with those affected to help the students move into their new spaces.

The dining hall and nearby residence halls were cleared out of precaution and the Hartsville Fire Department was on campus.

University officials began contingency plans for the future of dining services on campus.

Meals will continue to be served with no interruption.