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UT Southern seeks $15 million in state funding for new residence hall
Summary
University of Tennessee Southern presented plans to Pulaski officials for a $15,000,000 residence hall that would provide student housing and multi-use campus space; university officials said planning could begin in the fall with a targeted groundbreaking around May–June 2027 if the state approves funding.
Chandler Harmon, Pulaski Citizen reporter: University of Tennessee Southern officials presented a proposal for a new residence hall to the Pulaski Board of Mayor and Aldermen during their March 3 meeting.
Olivia Officer, director of alumni relations, told the board the project would cost $15,000,000 if approved by the state and would provide student housing along with multi-use spaces for campus activities. Officer said the university hopes to begin planning this fall and aims to break ground around May or June 2027 if state funding is secured.
The transcript did not specify whether the request is included in a particular state budget bill or identify which state funding source would cover the project. The university's presentation and any formal request will be part of ongoing budget discussions at the state level.
