Grant FundingInfrastructure & MaintenanceDetected May 21, 2026

Alcorn State University was authorized on May 21, 2026 to increase the budget for its IHL 201‑264 Matt Thomas Jr. 26M, driven by multiple change orders addressing failing original plumbing and sewer systems in the 1972 residential complex. The project includes new roofs on three residential buildings and interior renovation of all 16 units, encompassing electrical, plumbing, and mechanical system upgrades.Because many of the existing water and sewer lines were originally slated to be reused but are now deemed beyond repair, the university is expanding the scope to replace them to avoid future damage and failures. With Barnard and Sons Construction already serving as the general contractor and Canizaro, Cawthorn, and Davis Architects as designer, the main contracting decisions are made, but the enlarged budget confirms a significant, in‑progress housing modernization effort that may lead to future phases, related utility work, and lifecycle maintenance needs.

Complex first built in 1972; this is the first major improvement in over 50 years and includes full MEP modernization.

Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning Board of TrusteesASU Matt Thomas Jr. Garden Apartments major systems and plumbing upgrade

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