Preliminary construction has officially begun on the Carey Center, a transformative 97,250-square-foot athletics facility that will serve as the new cornerstone of ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµâ€™s Division I athletics program.
Tracee Ellis Ross, the award-winning actress, producer, founder, and CEO, will join the ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ community for a keynote Q&A during ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµâ€™s annual Arts, Creativity, and Innovation Weekend.
The elective designation, awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation, recognizing the University’s continuing commitment to community engagement and partnerships.
As of Dec. 31, 2025, ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ has raised more than $5.9 million for the ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ Fund. This milestone places the University more than halfway toward its $10.4 million goal for the 2026 fiscal year.
¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, and alumni regularly provide their expertise and contribute to national and regional media outlets shaping discussions about vital research and current events.
¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµâ€™s commitment to green building practices earned a gold LEED certification for Bernstein Hall, the new home for the Arts, Creativity, and Innovation Initiative.