Mississippi State University has released plans to begin constructing a new residence hall valued at approximately $80.7 million next month.
The project entails the addition of a 155,000-square-foot, five-story residence hall to MSU’s campus near George Perry Street and East Barr Avenue.
According to Dei Allard, executive director of MSU Housing and Residence Life, the new building will house over 400 students in “pod-style” dorms that connect to communal bathrooms with individual showers and stalls.
The facility is also expected to have a dining hall that will be open for all students, not just those living in the residence hall. At this time, MSU officials are reportedly considering placing a brick oven, pizza bar, pasta stations, or a Maroon Market in the dining area.
Additional features are set to include day spaces for students to study and socialize in, as well as a storm shelter.
Construction is slated to begin in February with substantial completion anticipated in the spring of 2025.
