Construction Update

Aug. 8, 2007

 
Reynolds Center for Health Sciences
Arkansas State University in Jonesboro has received the largest single donation in its history, a charitable gift of $14,508,342 from the Donald W. Southeast PerspectiveReynolds Foundation, to construct a three-story health sciences building immediately north of the Chickasaw Building. The Donald W. Reynolds Center for Health Sciences is designed as a 50,650 square foot structure that will house the Speech and Hearing Clinic, nursing and nurse anesthesia skills laboratories, large and small classrooms, computer lab, dedicated research spaces and special project rooms. The gift includes more than $1 million in furnishings and major equipment costs.

Cost: TBD
Current Status: Construction documents
Completion Date: Spring 2009
Funding Sources: Donald W. Reynolds Foundation
Architects: Brackett-Krennerich & Associates Architects, Jonesboro
Contractor: CDI Contractors, Little Rock
For information contact: Dr. Susan Hanrahan, Dean, College of Nursing and Health Professions, at 870-972-3112.
 
Chickasaw Building renovations
Project provides for modification of the Chickasaw Building to meet the program needs of the College of Nursing and Health Professions. It also will house occupants of the Eugene W. Smith Center for Excellence in Education and Regional Programs.  The project provides for the construction of classrooms, seminar rooms, and academic support spaces.

Cost:
Current Status: Design development phase
Completion Date: Fall 2008
Funding Sources: College Savings Bond Proceeds
Architects: Brackett-Krennerich & Associates Architects, Jonesboro
Contractor: TBD
For information contact: Dr. Susan Hanrahan, Dean, College of Nursing and Health Professions, at 870-972-3112.
 
Cooper Alumni Center
Project entails construction of a 20,000-square foot facility, the Cooper Alumni Center, for the Alumni Association and the Alumni Relations and Development Offices. The name honors Darrell and Charlotte Pugh Cooper, who donated $2 million toward the project.  Another major donation, from the family of the late Marlin D. Jackson, will fund the "Marlin D. Jackson History Room." The center will provide large gathering and meeting rooms and offices for staff. The proposed site is the location of the original "student pavilion" on the south side of the lake near Indian Stadium and the Convocation Center.

Cost: $5 million
Current Status: Shell phase complete
Completion Date: Fall 2006
Funding Sources: Darrell and Charlotte Pugh Cooper, and other sources
Architects: Dale and Associates, Jackson, Mississippi
Contractor: TBD
For information contact: Beth Smith, Director, Alumni Relations, at 870-972-2586.
 
Delta Center for Economic Development
A grant from the Economic Development Administration has been received in the amount of $1.8 million for construction of the Delta Center for Economic Development.  The project will provide for the construction of a two-story, steel-framed structure with a gross square footage of 21,344.  The facility will house the Delta Center for Economic Development, Small Business Development Center, Centers for Entrepreneurial and Family Business Studies, Economic Education, and Transportation Management.  Federal funding will be at the 50% level.

Cost: To Be Determined
Current Status: Project design
Completion Date: Fall 2008 (estimated)
Architects: Brackett-Krennerich & Associates Architects, Jonesboro
Contractor: TBD
For information contact: Dr. Len Frey, Dean, College of Business, at 870-972-3035.
Student Recreation Center
Provides space for non academic recreation and intramural activities. Proposed construction will provide a 65,000 square-foot facility that would include multipurpose venues for exercise, weightlifting, basketball, indoor and outdoor swimming.  An indoor walking track is planned as well as appropriate offices and ancillary support spaces.

Cost: To Be Determined
Current Status: Design
Completion Date: Fall 2009 (estimated)
Funding Sources: Bond proceeds, supported by student fees
Architects: Brackett-Krennerich & Associates Architects, Jonesboro, with Hastings-Chivetta Architects
Contractor: CDI Contractors, Little Rock
For information contact: Dr. Rick Stripling, Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs, at 870-972-2048.
Honors Hall
Proposed construction provides 240-bed residence hall style accommodations.  Four bedroom units will feature two bathrooms and combined living room with adjacent kitchenette.

Cost: To Be Determined
Current Status: Design
Completion Date: Fall 2009 (estimated)
Funding Sources: Bond proceeds, supported by user fees
Architects: Brackett-Krennerich & Associates Architects, Jonesboro, with Mackey-Mitchell Architects
Contractor: Baldwin & Shell Construction, Little Rock
For information contact: Dr. Rick Stripling, Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs, at 870-972-2048.
Child Development Center
Project provides 11,100 sq. ft. of new classrooms, support spaces and administrative offices necessary for ASU Childhood Services to serve approximately 136 children.

Current Status: Substantially complete.
Completion Date: August 2007
Funding Sources: Indirect cost recovery funds
Architects: Brackett-Krennerich & Associates Architects, Jonesboro
Contractor: Tate General Contractors, Bono
For information contact: Jo Ann Nalley, Director, ASU Childhood Services, at 870-972-3055.
Student Apartments
Proposed construction provides for 198-bed apartment-style accommodations.  Four bedroom units will feature two bathrooms, living room and full kitchens.

Cost: To Be Determined
Current Status: Design
Completion Date: Fall 2009 (estimated)
Funding Sources: Bond proceeds, supported by user fees
Architects: WD&D Architects, Little Rock, with Treanor Architects, Lawrence, Kan.
Contractor: Baldwin & Shell Construction, Little Rock
For information contact: Dr. Rick Stripling, Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs, at 870-972-2048.
Caraway Road (Westside) Overpass
The Caraway Road Overpass project, also referred to as the Westside Overpass, is designed with the safety of those who travel onto the ASU campus in mind. The overpass will improve traffic flow and eliminate conflicts with trains that pass through campus. Environmental assessment is complete. Construction will begin when sufficient funds become available. The Caraway Road entrance on the south side of campus will be closed.

Cost: To Be Determined
Current Status: Development
Completion Date: September 2010 (estimated)
Engineer: Carter-Burgess, Little Rock
For information contact: Terry Carty, construction coordinator, at 870-972-2066.
Humanities and Social Sciences Building
 This instructional facility will provide classrooms, offices and support spaces for programs within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Adequate funding is not yet available for construction to begin. This new facility will replace the academic facilities now located in Wilson Hall, ASU's oldest building. Wilson eventually will be adapted for other uses.

Cost: To Be Determined
Current Status: Design Development
Completion Date: To Be Determined
Funding Sources: State Appropriations
Architects: AMR Architects (Little Rock, Arkansas) 
   and Cahoon Firm (Base Location: Jonesboro, AR)
Contractor: Tate General Contractors (Jonesboro)
For information contact: Dr. Gloria Gibson, Dean, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, at 870-972-3973.