Thompson Center's highest beam is now in place

Sean Dougherty-USA TODAY SportsIf you've been on campus recently, you've noticed that the Thompson Center is coming along at an exciting pace. Last week, the construction reached a major new milestone as the highest beam was put into place.

Here is the full release from the school:

Highest Beam for Thompson Center Put in Place at Topping Out Ceremony

WASHINGTON - Legendary Hall of Fame Georgetown men's basketball coach John Thompson Jr. was joined by several close friends, former co-workers and current Georgetown coaches and staff late last week as the highest beam for the John R. Thompson Jr. Intercollegiate Athletics Center was put into place.

The "Topping Out" celebration took place on…