ANNOUNCEMENTS
Construction Site Mobilization - Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness
Construction mobilization for the Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness will begin the week of October 12, with site fencing installation beginning October 13 between the Administration Building and Memorial Union Building.
What’s changing
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- Road and walkway closures: Hubbell Street (east side of site), College Avenue (north side of site), the current Lot 11 location, and a portion of Lot 27 will close to pedestrian and vehicular traffic beginning October 13.
- Parking: Lot 11 will relocate to the west side of Lot 1, Lot 27 will remain partially open with 44 spaces, and 73 additional spaces have been added to Lot 14.
- Construction impacts: Expect construction noise and activity near the project site. Planned utility disruptions will be communicated in advance.
- Safety: Please remain alert near construction areas and follow all posted signage and safety directions.
The project Site Utilization Plan below shows the construction limits, site fence location, and designated pedestrian walkways.
EERC Construction
The main entrance and lobby of the EERC building will remain closed as the renovation project continues into the fall semester. The lobby is restricted to authorized personnel only, except in the event of an emergency. A path for emergency egress through the lobby will be maintained at all times.
During the construction period:
- Please use alternate building entrances.
- Contractors will be present in the building.
- Building occupants may experience typical construction-related noises.
- Advanced notice will be provided for any planned utility outages.
- Please remember to be alert, follow all posted signage, and use caution when walking near construction areas.
Our goal is to complete the renovation project as efficiently as possible while minimizing disruption to building occupants. We appreciate your patience and cooperation throughout the construction process. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Facilities Management at 487-2303.
Project Highlight
Building Wellness: Construction Staging begins for Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness
Construction mobilization for the Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness will begin the week of October 12, with site fencing installation beginning October 13 between the Administration Building and Memorial Union Building.
This modern facility, promoting campus wellness programming and holistic care, will be located between the Memorial Union and Administration buildings. The Center will support the four pillars of Michigan Tech's Be Well Initiative: Live Well, Play Well, Connect Well, and Recharge Well. The Center will advance student emotional, physical and mental health, with dedicated space for instructional areas, a fitness center, locker rooms, group training rooms, a medical clinic, outreach and prevention offices, and accessible wellness amenities throughout. The target opening is planned for the fall of 2028. To learn more about this project, visit MTU's wellness page.
Success Stories
Central Energy Plant Continues to Modernize
The Central Energy Plant celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2025, providing steam, hot water, humidification and electricity to most of the campus buildings. During its lifetime, the plant has been modernized and improved in many ways. In the 1950s, the plant was fueled by coal, and the operation was labor-intensive and fairly manual. Today, you will find a modern, clean and automated plant that is well-maintained.
The most recent upgrade involved replacing older lighting systems with energy-efficient LED lights controlled by sensors. During the retrofit work, the lighting circuit for the main plant area carried 13 amps of electrical load, after the replacement, the total draw was only 1 amp. This project was eligible for an energy rebate, which Michigan Tech uses to perform additional energy-saving projects.
Another benefit of the lighting upgrade was the immediate improvement in the work environment; bright, flicker-free lighting makes a significant difference for the operators and maintenance technicians in the facility. Excellent lighting improves visibility, reduces eye strain and enhances overall comfort in the space. It saves energy AND makes the plant a better place to work.
