In-design campus construction projects
Tusher Gate
Digital rendering of the Tusher Gate over Wolf Pack Way
Construction of the Tusher Gate is currently underway. Spanning the pedestrian corridor between Frandsen Humanities and the Jones Center, the project is located in the heart of the University’s historic district and will establish a prominent campus gateway feature that reinforces campus identity and sense of place.
The arch will serve as a visual landmark along a key campus route, enhancing the arrival experience for students, visitors, and event attendees while supporting ongoing efforts to strengthen campus connectivity and pride. The project is scheduled for completion in summer 2026 as part of broader initiatives to elevate the campus environment and student experience.
- Architect: In-house
- Contractor: Sentinel Builders
- Estimated total cost: $850,000
- Construction start date: Summer 2026
- Projected construction completion date: Fall 2026
- Project funding: Institutional Support Fund
Patterson Hall Nursing Renovation
Design is currently underway for the renovation of instructional, residential, and support spaces within Patterson Hall at the UNR at Lake Tahoe campus. The project will support the launch of a new rural-focused Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) pathway by creating specialized teaching and simulation environments.
Planned improvements include developing a nursing simulation lab with infrastructure to accommodate hospital beds and clinical training equipment, and reconfiguring adjacent spaces to enhance functionality and connectivity. The scope also includes targeted upgrades to finishes, mechanical systems, and electrical infrastructures. Collectively, these enhancements will provide students with hands-on learning opportunities in an environment specifically designed to support rural healthcare education. The project is scheduled for completion by the Summer Semester 2027.
- Architects: JKAE
- Estimated square footage: 2,500
- Projected construction start date: Spring 2027
- Projected construction completion date: Summer 2027
Life Sciences Building
The design for a new multi-story Life Sciences building is currently underway. The building will provide needed research and teaching facilities for both the College of Science and the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources.
Located in the Mathewson University Gateway District, the 90,000 square foot facility is envisioned to include research labs with associated support space and offices, undergraduate teaching labs, conference/collaboration spaces, and the relocated Museum of Natural History.
The Life Sciences building will be oriented to provide major pedestrian entrances from the campus side of the building and from Center Street. The site development will allow for accessible pedestrian circulation around the building and to a second floor bridge at the Life Sciences building which will connect to the Gateway Parking Complex. This bridge will provide an accessible route to the main campus across Ninth Street.
- Architects: H+K Architects
- Estimated square footage: 90,000
- Projected construction start date: Spring 2028
- Projected construction completion date: Spring 2030
New Utility Plant Boiler
Image of existing Utility Plant boiler and associated system
Design for a new boiler at the Utility Plant is currently underway to support the campus high-temperature hot water (HTHW) system, which provides building heat across the university. The existing boilers are aging, and this project will add critical capacity and redundancy to the HTHW loop, improving system reliability and resiliency. The new boiler will help ensure consistent heating service during peak demand and maintenance periods while supporting the long-term operational needs of the campus.
- Engineer: IMEG Corp.
- Contractor: TBD
- Estimated total cost: $1 Million
- Projected construction start date: TBD
- Projected construction completion date: TBD
- Project funding: State of Nevada funds