EMU's current legislative priorities:
Pray-Harrold Modernization

Pray-Harrold Facts: Opened in 1969, cost $6 million Among nation's largest classroom buildings when opened Serves ~10,000 students per day No major renovations since 1969 Requires $53 million in renovations/modifications EMU has requested capital outlay funds since 1997 Was in Governor Granholm's 2007 recommended capital outlay budget - capital outlay was not passed

The Eastern Michigan University Office of Government Relations is currently pursuing approximately $40 million dollars in state capital outlay funding for the renovation and modernization of the Pray-Harrold main classroom building.  First constructed in 1969, the Pray-Harrold building requires major renovations to remain compatible with the instructional needs of a world-class, comprehensive university.

The project will reconfigure the second and third floors of the building to provide modern computing and advising facilities and space for studying and student interaction.  The upper floors will be reconfigured to focus on strategically designed classroom space, faculty student areas for consultations, study groups, and faculty offices and facilities.

Other essential elements of the project include:

• An addition that will accommodate large classroom and lecture spaces and student common areas.
• Addition of new technology components to enhance the learning environment.
• Upgrade of the existing infrastructure to meet the future demands for the facility.
• A covered walkway connecting Pray-Harrold with the College of Education Building to allow for shared utilization of laboratories and common places.

The total estimated cost of the Pray-Harrold modernization is $53 million.  EMU will finance the remaining portion of the project through the sale of bonds that are supported through tuition and fee revenue.

To learn how you can help us secure state funding for the Pray-Harrold modernization, contact our office.

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