Weekly Project Updates

Weeky Project Updates

Planning, Design and Construction is pleased to share weekly project updates with the campus and community. While not a comprehensive list, the updates reflect our more substantial campus projects. Below are our most current updates and previous updates are available at the bottom of this page.

If you would like additional details or information regarding a project not listed below, please contact our office at 417-836-5101 or email us at DesignAndConstruction@MissouriState.edu. Thank you for your interest in projects at Missouri State University.

Update for week ending March 27, 2026

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Addition & Renovation, Blunt Hall

Laura Derrick, Project Manager

For the building addition (Phase I):

Mechanical & Electrical Commissioning is on track for completion. The final visit with the Commissioning Agent is scheduled for the next two weeks. Final furnishings will be installed by the middle of May. A preliminary list of warranty items has been submitted by consultants for review. The schedule for completion is mid-May.

For the existing building renovation (Phase II):
  • Level 1, 2, 3 (South), & 4 (North): Mechanical/Electrical work is complete except for commissioning. Preliminary checklists are underway. Door/hardware is still pending due to door delays. Card access to follow. 
  • Level 3 North: Mechanical/Electrical work continues. Room finishes continue. Ceiling grid work has commenced. Completion is scheduled for late April with moves scheduled for the first two weeks of May.
  • Level 4 South: Demolition is near completion. Electrical/Mechanical work has commenced. Completion is scheduled for early June with moves scheduled for mid-June.
  • Atrium: Work on the ceiling is complete. Scaffolding has been removed and replaced at the south window wall to complete work. Scheduled to be removed in 3 weeks.
  • Roofing: the south side roofing has commenced.
  • Exterior: Landscaping is scheduled to commence mid-April/May. Briggs Street final asphalt topping is scheduled for June.
  • Other: The replacement elevator is scheduled to commence the beginning of May. Fume Hood installation is scheduled for early June.

 

Judith Enyeart Reynolds Complex

Michael Mardis, Project Manager

Craig Hall interior ramp work continues. Craig Hall terrazzo installation continues. Craig Hall drywall installation and finishing continues at the first floor. The new building drywall installation continues throughout. The new building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough-in continues. The new building masonry veneer installation continues at the west façade and scene shop addition. Awaiting remaining exterior glass units for the new building.

Phase II Renovation, Kampeter Health Sciences Hall

Eric Easter, Project Manager

Punch list items are being completed on the first floor.  The third floor punch list review was conducted this week and the contractor is working on completing those items.  The second floor work is wrapping up. The contractor will be reseeding the laydown area this week.  The punch list review for the second floor will be later in April.  

Clifton M. Smart III Advancement Center

Michael Mardis, Project Manager

Drywall installation and finishing continue throughout the Event Hall and at the second floor offices. Interior electrical, mechanical, and plumbing rough-in continues throughout the building. Elevator installation has commenced. Awaiting remaining exterior glass units. Exterior terracotta cladding installation has commenced on the east façade. Window trim/flashing installation continues and is wrapping up at the east façade. The trash enclosure and golf cart storage building foundation work has commenced.

Replace Roof and Tuckpointing, Sunvilla Tower

Eric Easter, Project Manager

Work on the building exterior is complete.  The roofing portion of the work continues.

Renovation, Cheek Hall

Adam Shuler, Project Manager

Minor work in the basement and classroom 151 was completed last week. On the Mezzanine, the control valve replacement is complete and HVAC testing and balancing is underway. Painting and flooring installation is complete in the lobby and common areas on the first floor. Furniture installation in the lobby and common areas will finish up this week. The Mathematics Department and Computer Science Department moved into their new offices in the phase one areas.

Update Elevators 24, 25, & 26, Hammons House

Eric Easter, Project Manager

The elevator contractor continues to make periodic site visits for verifications.  Submittal reviews continue. The contractor plans to move onsite mid-May.

Renovate Suite 113, Carrington Hall

Tanya Garretson, Project Manager

The final pressure test was completed successfully.  Hydronic pipe insulation and electrical work above the ceiling have been completed.  The engineer’s recent inspection report comments have been fully addressed and the above ceiling inspection is forthcoming. Ceiling grid work has begun, and painting is scheduled for early next week.

Drago Hall Renovation, West Plains

Shanon Mitchell, Project Manager

Painting and wall panel installations are in progress. Project completion is anticipated for mid-May. 

Exterior Ledges Repair, Freudenberger and Blair-Shannon House

Shanon Mitchell, Project Manager

Concrete patch and repair work, and painting continues on the west wing courtyard side and east wing east side of Freudenberger House. The Contractor continues work at Blair-Shannon House on the south and west elevations.  The work will continue into Summer 2026.

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