For Immediate Release
Contact: Matt Cookson, 603-862-0904 or Matt.cookson@usnh.edu
USNH to Request Balance of Funding for the KEEP New Hampshire 10-year Capital Program
January 10, 2005 - Lee , NH - In 2005, the University System of New Hampshire (USNH) is seeking the $100 million balance for renovations and modernization work for the System's Knowledge and Economy Education Plan (KEEP). In 2001, the New Hampshire Legislature appropriated $100 million in capital funds to support the first phase of the KEEP initiatives, and the remaining request of $100 million is for the balance of the projects in that plan, adjusted for inflation.
"KEEP New Hampshire began a new way for the state to conduct its business, to invest in the future of its citizens, and to ensure its competitive position in today's global economy," said Andy Lietz, chair of the USNH Board of Trustees.
The initial funding for KEEP New Hampshire has enabled USNH to complete four major projects: the renovation and expansion of Mason Library and the complete renovation of the Science Center at Keene State College (KSC); the full renovation of the science facility Boyd hall at Plymouth State University (PSU); and the renovation and upgrade of Murkland Hall at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) Durham campus. A fifth project - the renovation and expansion of Kingsbury Hall at UNH - is scheduled for completion in 2007.
The first round of KEEP funds has already made a positive impact on the system. UNH, PSU, and KSC have seen increases in applications to programs in science, engineering, and technology. The state support has leveraged significant private and corporate gifts at all three institutions and has helped the institutions secure additional research grants as well.
About the University System of New Hampshire :
The mission of the University System of New Hampshire (USNH) is to serve the higher educational needs of the people of New Hampshire . Through its sister institutions (University of New Hampshire, Plymouth State University, Keene State College, and College for Lifelong Learning), USNH serves almost 30,000 students.
To learn more about KEEP,please click here.
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