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Strong Hall

Strong Hall Facts: Opened in 1957 Regional leader in science education No major renovations since 1957 Will be connected to Mark Jefferson through the MJ revitalization project

As EMU is the only state university not granted a state capital outlay improvement project in the last decade, renovations to the Pray-Harrold and Strong Hall facilities are essential for Eastern Michigan University to catch up to the capital resources of its peer institutions and to continue to provide students with a quality environment in which to learn. 

A formal request for state support to renovate Strong Hall will be submitted to the legislature following the expected approval of the Pray-Harrold renovation project. Current projections are for a program statement to be ready for submission by the summer/fall of 2007.

Built in 1957, Strong Hall is home of the geography, geology, physics, and astronomy departments. Following the completion of the Mark Jefferson Science Complex, Strong Hall will be physically connected to the Mark Jefferson building to promote and enhance teaching and research in the natural sciences.

While still in the early planning phase, the Strong Hall revitalization project is expected to add approximately 6,000 net square feet.  While the overall structure of the building is in excellent condition, all building systems are also in need of replacement. 

The total cost of the Strong Hall revitalization is currently projected at approximately $30 million.

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