Georgia Southern Campus Moves Ahead on Mixed-Use Redevelopment Project

By Eric Althoff 

STATESBORO, Ga.—Working in concert with general contractor True North Companies and designer Poole & Poole Architecture, developer CCI Real Estate is working to reimagine a 1.79-acre property at the center of Georgia Southern University as a mixed-use residential and retail environment. CCI is partnering with the Baptist College Ministries (BCM) on the redevelopment effort.  

Currently the site is home to the single-use BCM building. As imagined by the team, the multi-story development will eventually contain residential units, gathering spaces as well as shopping outlets.  

“CCI is committed to creating a development that will resonate well with students, visitors, faculty and community members alike, where people can come together and continue the ministry and goodwill that BCM has woven into the fabric of the school’s campus,” Jeff Warwick, CEO at CCI, said of the work. “BCM’s mission and values will be at the forefront of our planning and execution for this project.  

“We will soon announce more details on this project, which will create a purposeful, community-driven destination where people can gather, dine and live.” 

Construction is due to commence later this year, with an anticipated opening date sometime in the spring of 2025. The project is estimated to cost $24 million.  

“We thank the Statesboro city officials, residents and Georgia Southern representatives that voted to move this vision forward as we usher in this monumental new chapter in BCM’s impact in the community,” added Warwick.