Project
College of Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies
About the College
The College of Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies provides Southern with a deep liberal arts curriculum, including history, world languages, visual and performing arts, mass communications, and engaging learning environment that prepares students to demonstrate a mastery in analytical, verbal, and written skills.
Degree Programs
- UNDERGRADUATE -English (with Minors in French, English, Spanish, and English Education), Mass Communications (with Minors in Mass Communication & Public Relations), Music (with Minors in Music Education, Theater, and Visual Arts), and Interdisciplinary Studies
- GRADUATE - Educational Leadership
The consolidation of the Southern University College of Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies into a single, state-of-the-art facility at Southern University will nurture the creative talents of students. By providing dynamic learning spaces and cutting-edge resources, the project will empower students to excel academically and artistically. Upgrades such as new auditorium and band facilities, including a practice field for the Human Jukebox, will enhance the University’s renowned music program, fostering a culture of excellence and providing students with opportunities for growth and performance.
- South endzone expansion/New locker rooms for women’s sports
- Health, nutrition, and indoor practice facilities
- Parking facility, rooftop restaurant, and shops
- SU Sports Hall-of-Fame Museum
- New locker rooms for tennis and volleyball teams
- Coach and staff offices
Currently the College is spread across the campus and needs consolidation into one location. The project will build a new facility for the College and concentrate its programs and faculty in one location. The project will provide:
- All new active learning classrooms
- Music and dance studios
- Digital arts studios
- Media arts facilities
- New auditorium and band facility
- Practice field for the band
| Classroom Buildings | 155,000 sf |
| Number of Stories | 3-4 |
| Building Height | 45-60’ |
| Band/Auditorium Building | 55,000 sf |
| Number of Stories | 3 |
| Building Height | 50' |
| Surface Parking | 32,700 sf |
| Site / Landscaping | 83,100 sf |
| Band Practice Field | 63,900 sf |
Cost Estimate
| IMPROVEMENT | COST | SECURED | NEEDED | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classroom Building | $54,250,000 | |||
| Band/Auditorium Building | $21,296,500 | |||
| Site/Landscaping | $600,000 | |||
| Band Practice Field | $1,770,000 | |||
| Soft Costs | $7,000,000 | |||
| TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS | $86,316,500 | $86,316,500 | ||
| Endowment Programming | $7,740,000 | $7,740,000 | ||
| TOTAL PROJECT COST | $94,056,500 | $94,056,500 |
Most students begin their university journey moving through our programs for four or more semesters. New learning facilities that are housed in one area of campus, instead of within the six buildings across the campus that house our programs now, will enhance the academic experience of all students and help them better access the skillsets needed to succeed.
CYNTHIA DOWNING BRYANT
It feels great to be a student at Southern University. My experiences here have been more than I could have ever imagined. I have had many opportunities to hone my skills in mass communications both on and off of the Baton Rouge campus. I look forward to a great future, and I know that I have what it takes to excel in all of my future endeavors.