ITTA BENA, Miss.—Mississippi Valley State University is on track to re-open two completely renovated residence halls—just in time for the Fall 2019 semester.
With major construction scheduled to wrap up soon, MVSU’s Edna Horton and College Hall I Residence Halls are on track to be completed this fall. Edna Horton is expected to be open by Aug. 2019, while College Hall I will be open for occupancy shortly after.
According to MVSU President Dr. Jerryl Briggs, the opening of the residence halls will help meet the increasing need for on-campus housing and further enhance the overall student experience at MVSU.
“We’re excited to bring both completely renovated residence halls back on-line,” said Briggs. “We understand that student housing is very important, and these renovated residence halls will allow us to better serve our students as well as aid in recruitment and retention. This is just another example of how Valley is ‘In Motion.’”
The buildings will add a total of 460 beds. Each room will be newly furnished with two full-size beds, dressers, wardrobes as well as two desks and chairs. They will also feature amenities, including cable and Wi-Fi.
Both halls are energy efficient and will meet life safety and ADA requirements of the National Fire Protection.
MVSU will kick-off its Fall 2019 semester on Aug. 26.