New $45 million building set to Boost Business, Engineering and Technology Studies at Texas A&M Texarkana
Texas A&M Texarkana is set to construct a new $45 million academic building that will address the high demand for degrees in business and technology-related fields. The groundbreaking event for the new building is set to take place on May 30, with the three-story building spanning over 50,000 square feet situated on the southwest side of the university’s campus.
The new facility will house various mechanical engineering and design laboratories, a 255-seat lecture hall/auditorium for large lectures and events, as well as updates to existing spaces in the current Science and Technology building, including the laboratories used by the electrical engineering program.
A&M-Texarkana President Dr. Ross Alexander expressed gratitude to the state legislature, Rep. Gary VanDeaver, Sen. Bryan Hughes, Chancellor Sharp, and the A&M System Board of Regents for providing funding for the new facility. Dr. Melinda Arnold, the university’s provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs, highlighted how this interdisciplinary study and research opportunities will bring innovative ways to support learning and provide workforce-ready employees to businesses in East Texas and beyond.
The funding for this construction was secured during the 87th legislative session in 2021. The university is excited about what this Business, Engineering, and Technology building will bring for students and the community as it continues to expand its offerings in these fields.
