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Boise State University Starts Construction on New Academic Building

  • By Matt Jones
  • 01/30/25

Boise State University in Boise, Idaho, recently broke ground on the new ESI Construction Management Building, according to university news. The university is partnering with Engineered Structures, Inc., for the building’s construction. It will play home to the university’s construction management program and include amenities like classrooms, offices, meeting rooms, and lab space.

University news reports that student enrollment in the program has increased by 80% over the last six years. The university partners with local contractors to provide internship opportunities to students, and the program has a post-graduation job-placement rate of 100%.

“When we talk about construction management, what we’re talking about is building. That’s what Boise State does. It builds stronger, more creative, more resilient and smarter people. It builds a stronger, more resilient and more creative Idaho,” said Boise State University President Dr. Marlene Tromp. “As we look forward to the future of this great state, we have so much to owe to all of you who have had a hand in taking the character of this program and using it to advance this state, to grow the impact of Boise State University, and to change our future for the better.”

The building will be equipped with the latest construction technology and include features like a student collaboration area, a computer lab of 40 seats, classrooms, conference and competition team rooms, a high bay featuring an overhead crane, and dedicated outdoor learning space.

The university also partnered with Lombard/Conrad Architects for the building’s construction, according to the university website.

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Matt Jones is senior editor of Spaces4Learning. He can be reached at [email protected].

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