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UNT Dallas Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for $100M STEM Building

  • By Matt Jones
  • 12/04/25

The University of North Texas at Dallas in Dallas, Texas, recently celebrated the opening of its new, $100-million STEM Building, according to local news. The ceremony on Dec. 2 preceded the first day of classes in the facility on Jan. 12, 2026. The university partnered with Stantec and HarrisonKornberg for the facility’s design and Vaughn Construction for construction management services, and the project took about 18 months to complete.

The building’s amenities include 18 classrooms, three research labs, nine teaching labs, a large event space, and a dedicated space for the Joint Admission Medical Program. It also houses the university’s chemistry, mathematics, neuroscience, and biology programs.

"This building gives our students a clear pathway to the health professions and opens up so many possibilities for teaching, research and degrees that were previously out of reach," said Dr. Muhammed Yousufuddin, a Chemistry professor, in a university news story. "It is truly a game-changer, and I am so excited for what it means for our students."

According to university news, the project was completed on time and under budget, and it represents the largest capital investment in the campus’ history. Design features include the use of natural light, energy-efficiency, and outdoor study areas.

"This building is a space designed to expand opportunity, strengthen innovation, and empower the next generation of leaders, scholars and changemakers both here in North Texas and beyond," said Dr. Christopher Markwood, Interim Provost. "We are grateful you’re here to celebrate this transformational moment for our students, our university and our growing community.”

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

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