Old Main Renovation Project :: Mayville State University

Project Overview

During the 2023 North Dakota legislative session, Mayville State University was granted $52 million to renovate Old Main. The renovation project will modernize this historic building, providing state-of-the-art classroom facilities, greater accessibility, and better efficiency. Students, staff, and faculty will enjoy more classroom and communal space. The renovation honors Old Main's legacy as a cornerstone of the Mayville State University campus, while growing with us into the future as we continue to meet the needs of our students and prepare them for success in the classroom and beyond.

Mayville State University selected Adam Peterson and Steve Skoblik with Foss Architecture + Interiors to lead the renovation. Additionally, PCL Community Contractors is the CMaR.

The completion date for the renovation is July 1, 2026.

See the Vision

From our partners at Foss Architecture + Interiors, see the renovation come to life.

Learn more about the renovation highlights in these interactive graphics.

The visuals are conceptual and subject to change as the project moves forward into design and construction.

Timeline

Staying on time and on budget is a priority for all parties engaged in Old Main's renovation.

Learn more about the project timeline and key progress markers.

Campus Map

While Old Main is under construction some offices have been relocated. Use this temporary map to navigate campus.

News & Updates

9/27/24 - Mayville State University celebrates historic Old Main renovations

6/29/24 - Campus improvements will have a major impact (MSU President's Newspaper Column)

5/10/24 - Staff who work in Mayville State's Old Main prepare to move out as renovation project plans continue (Grand Forks Herald)

4/5/24 - Mayville State to present plans for Old Main renovation (KNOX)

Public Input

As the project progresses, Mayville State University will continue to gather input and feedback from members of our campus and community.

Interactive survey results - Foss Architecture held interactive meetings with Mayville State faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the community to share views about Old Main, learn more about Old Main's history, and share ideas for Old Main's future. Participants also filled out a 16-question survey to help guide the preservation and transformation of Old Main.