Cowley College’s Board of Trustees Monday approved construction of a new 96-bed dormitory on the Arkanas City campus to address a shortage of on-campus student housing that has led to waiting lists.
John Haas, President of Ranson Financial Consultants, spoke to members of the board about the cost of the new dormitory. The facility, parking lot and associated improvements will cost an estimated $4.2 million. The cost includes furnishings and architect fees.
Sue Saia, vice president of student affairs, and Tony Crouch, executive vice president of business services, also provided information to the board about the new dormitory.
Construction is slated to begin after Sept. 5 and the project is expected to be completed prior to the 2008-09 school year. Cowley currently has four dormitories on its Arkansas City campus that house 326 students.
