The FSU Foundation, Inc., a public charity that supports Fayetteville State University, has announced a significant investment plan of over $3.4 million to renovate student housing along Murchison Road over the next five years. This initiative reflects the University’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the Murchison corridor and driving community reinvestment efforts.
Ben Brown, chair of the FSU Foundation, expressed enthusiasm about the project. “As an affiliate of the University, the FSU Foundation is here to support Fayetteville State University. We are pleased to work collaboratively with university leaders to show how the Foundation is partnering to provide improvements to the University Place Apartments. This is just the beginning,” said Brown.
As part of this investment, the University Place Apartments, situated directly across from the FSU campus, will undergo targeted internal and external renovations.
FSU Chancellor Darrell T. Allison voiced his support for the foundation’s decision. “I am extremely pleased with our foundation’s decision to reinvest funds into our largest student housing facility, including renovations that impact FSU students and the transformation of Murchison Road,” said Allison.
This announcement follows the recent opening of a Chick-fil-A location in Bronco Midtown, further highlighting the University’s commitment to enhancing the campus and surrounding area. Chancellor Allison noted, “We are proud of what is happening at Bronco Midtown, and this continues our efforts in partnering with the City of Fayetteville and greater Cumberland community to uplift the image of Murchison Road along with our local officials.”
The FSU Foundation’s investment aligns with the Murchison Choice Neighborhood Initiative. The initiative seeks to revitalize and reinvest in the area, strengthening ties between the university and the Fayetteville community.