Join us for a Hart Hart Tour of Xavier's new College of Osteopathic Medicine!

Designed by national architecture firm The S/L/A/M Collaborative and Cincinnati-based firm MSA Design, and being constructed by Messer, the new facility will include features such as a state-of-the-art simulation hospital with 16 exam rooms and five flexible simulation rooms, a nearly 200-seat lecture hall and a 5,600-square-foot meeting hall. Plans also include a teaching kitchen where students will learn how to prepare nutritious meals, a key feature of the facility that will benefit students and, in turn, their future patients.

Registration is limited based on the size of the building, so make sure to register ASAP to ensure your spot for the tour!

Please make sure to wear appropriate attire, including closed toe shoes and your own PPE if at all possible. We will have only a limited amount of extra PPE on hand.

Project Tour Leaders

Rich Schultz, Senior Project Executive, Messer Construction Co.

Rich Schultz began his journey with Messer Construction Co. in 2007 as a co-op student and started full time after earning his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Purdue University. Over the years, he has contributed to numerous landmark projects across the city, such as Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Playhouse in the Park, Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, Cincinnati Ballet, CABVI, DHL, and multiple projects for the University of Cincinnati. He is currently leading construction for the Xavier University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Rich is a board member of the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company and volunteers his time with his local 4H and church community. In addition to spending time with his wife, Camille, and their 5 young children, Rich enjoys camping, hunting, fishing, and working on his family's 5th generation cattle and row crop farm in Southeast Indiana.

Nestor Melnyk, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Principal, MSA Design
Nestor Melnyk, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, is a Principal and Senior Director of Higher Education at MSA Design, where he has helped shape the firm's academic practice since joining the team in 1995. As Principal in Charge for the Xavier University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Nestor collaborates closely with SLAM Collaborative and the broader design team to provide leadership throughout the planning, design, and coordination of the project. His portfolio includes transformative work for Xavier University, the University of Cincinnati, Ohio University, Northern Kentucky University, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Wilmington College, and numerous other institutions across the region.

Known for his thoughtful leadership and meticulous attention to detail, Nestor is committed to creating environments that support learning, collaboration, and long-term campus growth. Outside the office, he is a dedicated advocate for children and individuals with developmental disabilities, serving on the Hamilton County Board of Developmental Disabilities Services and co-founding Troy Gives a Duck, a community initiative focused on fostering inclusion, friendship, and kindness.

Tricia Gargari, Associate Principal and Project Manager, MSA Design
Tricia Gargari is an Associate Principal and Project Manager at MSA Design, where she is recognized for leading complex projects with a collaborative, client focused approach. As Project Manager for the Xavier University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Tricia works closely with the project team to guide coordination, communication, and execution throughout the design and construction process. Since joining MSA Design, she has played a key role in delivering transformative projects including the Ball State University College of Architecture, FC Cincinnati Mercy Health Training Center, and Centre College Wellness Initiative.

A 2009 graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Tricia is passionate about creating spaces that enrich learning, wellness, and community. She is known for building strong relationships with clients and project partners while ensuring every project reflects thoughtful planning, innovation, and attention to detail.

Craig Honkomp, PE, PS, LEED AP, Senior Enginner, The Kleingers Group
Craig brings 39 years of civil engineering experience, specializing in institutional, municipal, and athletic facility design. He has extensive expertise in master planning, drainage design, permitting, and sustainable stormwater projects utilizing BMPs, as well as on-site construction services. Notably, he is one of only three professionals nationwide to earn the ASBA Design Professional’s Certificate of Distinction, underscoring his leadership in high-profile site development projects.

Matt Horne, PE, Operations Leader | Principal, Schaefer
Matt Horne, PE, Operations Leader | Principal, has over two decades of experience in the industry, 15 of which have been at Schaefer. He has added to the creative culture at the firm with an open-minded approach to his projects, including Xavier University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has experience in both renovating + building new facilities, and had made a significant impact on higher education spaces in our region. Matt closely follows industry trends to design structures that can adapt with the ever-changing higher education landscape.

Matt earned a Master of Science, Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and a Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering from the University of Notre Dame. He is licensed engineer in Ohio, Kentucky + Maryland.

Agenda
3:00PM - 3:30PM: Check-In & Networking
3:30PM - 4:30PM: Tour
Happy Hour to Immediately Follow at Norwood Cappy's (1919 Cleneay Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45212)

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Online registration closes at 3 pm on 7/30/2026. 

For any additional questions, please reach out to Sam Rossell at [email protected].