You are cordially invited to attend the North Central College Science Center Topping-Out Celebration. Steeped in the traditions of high-steel ironworkers, the topping-out ceremony commemorates the moment when the final piece of structural steel is hoisted into place. Students, faculty, staff, alumni, trustees, neighbors, community leaders and elected officials are invited to sign the ceremonial final beam before it takes its position above the northwest entry of the new science facility. The event will be held at the Science Center site at the corner of S. Loomis St. and E. Van Buren Ave. Reception/Signing 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Attendees are invited to sign the final beam, and enjoy coffee and hot chocolate. Science Center Topping-Out Ceremony & Hoisting 12:30 – 1 p.m. Remarks by Dr. Troy D. Hammond and placement of the final beam