During the 2023 Regular Session, the West Virginia Legislature and the Governor passed House Bill 2024 to enhance higher education infrastructure by directing funds to the Governor's Civil Contingent Fund for deferred maintenance at state higher education institutions. Prioritizing action, the WVSU Board of Governors proactively signed a resolution on June 15, 2023, urging the allocation of these funds. Following this advocacy, the establishment of the Higher Education Deferred Maintenance Grant Program was announced by the Governor to efficiently distribute the resources through subgrants. West Virginia State University received a significant portion of this funding, amounting to $11.8 million, to tackle its urgent maintenance requirements. This sequence of events underlines the state's commitment to improving educational facilities, enhancing the academic and work environment for students, staff, and faculty.
Wilson Student Union ✔️
Davis Fine Arts ✔️
Cole Complex ✔️
Jones Hall ✔️
Sullivan Hall ✔️
Hamblin Hall ✔️
Davis Fine Arts (Summer 2026)
Sullivan Hall - (12) P-Tach units purchased as a trial run. More will be bought once the new scope of work is approved
Ferrell Hall - Boiler Project is approximately 6-weeks out from completion ✔️
Cole Complex ✔️
Wallace Hall ✔️
Drain-Jordan Library (On Hold)
Fleming Hall ✔️
*The 2nd 25% disbursement has been submitted and we are waiting for funds to be approved.
Davis Fine Arts (Summer 2026)
*The bid should be awarded in March, and the project should begin shortly afterwards.
Drain-Jordan Library (On Hold)
Sullivan Hall East - Bid has been awarded. Finalizing logistics, contracts, and other legal docs to begin.
Davis Fine Arts (Summer 2026)
*The bid should be awarded in March, and the project should begin shortly afterwards.
Wilson Student Union (Dining Hall) ✔️
Multiple
*Received the 2nd 25% disbursement. Additional classroom upgrades are underway.
To learn more about bid opportunities visit the WVSU Fiscal Affairs website.