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The Roux Institute will be anchored by the new 245,000-square-foot Alfond Center and will include the redevelopment of the historic 58,000-square-foot “Bean” building, which will undergo major rehabilitation. Photo Credit (all): CambridgeSeven
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In with the Old: Northeastern University’s Roux Institute Revitalizes a Portland Landmark

Northeastern University is known for its emphasis on innovation, and the under- construction Roux Institute—the University’s newest permanent campus in Portland, Maine—is a perfect example of cutting-edge and future-focused education.

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Arkansas State University’s new College of Veterinary Medicine is the first of its kind in the state and will offer students the opportunity to collaborate with local clinics, shelters and experts. Image Credit: Arkansas State University
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Arkansas State University Breaks Ground on State’s First Veterinary College

Arkansas State University recently broke ground on a $33.2 million College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), the first of its kind in the state. First announced in 2023, the new college is notable for the state as well as the nation, as a new veterinary school has not been built in the United States since 2014. 

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Construction on Mississippi State University’s Azalea Hall recently topped out after work began in 2023. Construction on the nearly $100 million building is slated to be finished and ready for students in the fall semester. Image Credit: MSU/Wier Boerner Allin Architecture
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Mississippi State University Completes Vertical Construction on $96 Million Azalea Hall

Mississippi State University (MSU) recently celebrating the topping out of Azalea Hall, the campus’ new five-story multipurpose building and its largest single building project to date.

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Plans for the new Moody Center Complex for Student Life align with the university’s 2022 Momentous plan, a university wide commitment to provide an unparalleled learning experience for students and faculty over the next decade through teaching, research and interdisciplinary collaboration. Photo Credit: Rice University
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Rice University to Break Ground on New Student-Focused Complex This Spring

Rice University, a private, non-profit university in Houston, will soon break ground on the new Moody Center Complex for Student Life (MCCSL), a 75,000-square-foot multi-use hub.  

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Marylee Mercy, newly appointed president of the New England Chapter of Association for Learning Environments, approaches school design with inclusivity, flexibility and sustainability in mind.
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Marylee Mercy, A4LE New England President, Talks Trends, Student Success

Marylee Mercy, AIA, NCARB, ALEP, project manager with Boston-based Studio G Architects, has spent nearly 20 years planning and managing educational spaces. As she embarks on her new leadership role, Mercy spoke with School Construction News about her professional journey, her goals for the A4LE New England chapter and upcoming school design trends. 

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