 Mothballed for 30 years, the historic old administration building in Fresno, California is once again serving the needs of Fresno City College. Designed by California State architect George McDougal and built in 1916, the old administration building was the first permanent structure at what became California's first community college. In 1974, it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. But just two years later, new seismic regulations forced the building to close, and it remained vacant for three decades. A grassroots community effort led to a plan to restore the facility to its original glory. Now, the old administration building houses administration offices, classroom space for 2,000, a theater, and other community spaces, all of which enabled the college to expand its academic courses, performing arts education, and student services. Today, the old administration building is bustling with students and faculty members, just as it was 95 years ago.