to this once-all-girls college was the addition of men. The school now functions as a completely co-educational environment.
== Campus ==
In 2010, the school moved to its new, permanent location on Washington Avenue in the city's revitalized garment district. The building, originally built in 1917 for the George E Keith shoe factory underwent a $3 million renovation. The 24,000+ square foot campus is located at 1521 Washington Avenue and situated in the heart of the St. Louis Loft district, within walking distance of attractions such as the City Museum, the main branch of the St. Louis Public Library, St. Louis University Law Library, and numerous parks, coffee shops, boutiques, and restaurants. The campus is accessible by public transportation, and there are a number of public parking lots close by. The interior of the building was designed specifically for Siba's needs, and provides ample space for instruction, study, and social interaction.
== Organization and administration ==
Siba is an independent, …