ATHENS, Ga. — The University of Georgia is investing more than $115 million to update a residence hall built in the 1960s.
UGA officials say Creswell Hall is one of the university’s landmark residence halls.
They say they want to modernize the building while maintaining its “role as a cornerstone of campus housing.”
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The project, slated for 2027 and 2028, will save the university approximately $54 million compared to replacement costs, they estimate.
“We’re excited to offer more than 900 updated and modernized spaces to future students through this renovation,” said Linda Kasper, executive director for University Housing. “We know from our renovations of Brumby and Russell halls that students appreciate increased bathroom privacy and updated amenities, which we will continue to offer as we renovate Creswell.”
The renovations will include upgraded community bathrooms with more privacy, better elevators and ADA accessibility, updated kitchenettes and laundry facilities among other things.
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University spokespeople say they previously completed similar projects at other residence halls on campus.
Construction is set to begin in May 2027.
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